A Legendary Leader, A Timeless Legacy

Born in 1930 in Nalwa, Haryana, Shri. OP Jindal was a visionary pioneer with a passion for machines and a dream of a self-reliant India. From a humble farming background, he defied the odds, launching a pipe bend and sockets unit in Howrah in 1952 with ₹40,000—half borrowed—at just 22. While Shri. OP Jindal led production, his brothers managed finance, administration, and marketing.

Though the Calcutta unit thrived, his heart remained in Nalwa. In 1957, the Hisar plant was established, and by 1960, Jindal Industries began manufacturing pipes moving beyond buckets, with Shri. OP Jindal designing everything except the imported welding machine.

When Jindal Industries ventured into pipe manufacturing in 1964, Shri. OP Jindal’s father, Net Ram, examined the first sample and predicted his son’s name would stand alongside India’s industrial giants. As production soared, raw material shortages loomed due to import restrictions and restrictive policies. Shri. OP Jindal tackled the crisis head-on and responded with innovation, founding Jindal Strips in the 1970s to produce hot-rolled steel through electric arc furnaces.

In 1975, he expanded into stainless steel, and within two years, Jindal Stainless redefined the industry with cutting-edge technology and solutions that triumphed over all adversities.

Shri O.P. Jindal’s dream of self-reliance began in Calcutta, where British-made pipes fueled his ambition——building a self-reliant India. As plants expanded, Jindal Ferro Alloys and Saw Pipes became fully operational in 1987, a backward integration initiative that resolved supply shortages, while indigenous technology reduced import dependence and saved foreign exchange.

He reshaped industries, created jobs, and uplifted communities. His relentless pursuit of self-reliance earned him the Bengal Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004.

“Where others saw walls, he saw doors” – the essence of Shri O.P. Jindal’s vision.

Shri. OP Jindal’s legacy defines JSW, as grounded in trust and integrity. Beyond business success, his philanthropic vision transformed lives across India. He founded universities, and technical schools, and pioneered rural development through skill centers, hospitals, and infrastructure projects. His commitment to women’s empowerment, health, and nutrition further elevated communities. The JSW Foundation ensures its timeless impact, improving lives and building a sustainable future for generations.

Shri. OP Jindal, affectionately known as Bauji, was a visionary leader whose impact spanned industry, politics, and philanthropy.

He believed national progress was tied to uplifting the underprivileged, leading him to serve as Haryana’s Power Minister and the first industrialist elected to the Lok Sabha. His keen technical insight became legendary, with many claiming he could diagnose machinery issues by sound alone. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to progress continue to inspire future generations, shaping industries and empowering individuals to drive innovation and excellence.

When Jindal Industries ventured into pipe manufacturing in 1964, Shri. OP Jindal’s father, Net Ram, examined the first sample and predicted his son’s name would stand alongside India’s industrial giants. As production soared, raw material shortages loomed due to import restrictions and restrictive policies. Shri. OP Jindal tackled the crisis head-on and responded with innovation, founding Jindal Strips in the 1970s to produce hot-rolled steel through electric arc furnaces.

In 1975, he expanded into stainless steel, and within two years, Jindal Stainless redefined the industry with cutting-edge technology and solutions that triumphed over all adversities.

Shri O.P. Jindal’s dream of self-reliance began in Calcutta, where British-made pipes fueled his ambition------building a self-reliant India. As plants expanded, Jindal Ferro Alloys and Saw Pipes became fully operational in 1987, a backward integration initiative that resolved supply shortages, while indigenous technology reduced import dependence and saved foreign exchange.

He reshaped industries, created jobs, and uplifted communities. His relentless pursuit of self-reliance earned him the Bengal Chamber’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004.

"Where others saw walls, he saw doors" – the essence of Shri O.P. Jindal’s vision.

Shri. OP Jindal’s legacy defines JSW, as grounded in trust and integrity. Beyond business success, his philanthropic vision transformed lives across India. He founded universities, and technical schools, and pioneered rural development through skill centers, hospitals, and infrastructure projects. His commitment to women’s empowerment, health, and nutrition further elevated communities. The JSW Foundation ensures its timeless impact, improving lives and building a sustainable future for generations.

Shri. OP Jindal, affectionately known as Bauji, was a visionary leader whose impact spanned industry, politics, and philanthropy.

He believed national progress was tied to uplifting the underprivileged, leading him to serve as Haryana’s Power Minister and the first industrialist elected to the Lok Sabha. His keen technical insight became legendary, with many claiming he could diagnose machinery issues by sound alone. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to progress continue to inspire future generations, shaping industries and empowering individuals to drive innovation and excellence.