APAC Insider- CEO of the Year Awards 2024 No project is too big or too small for real estate development company Chaupal Sansadhan Limited, a business situated in the heart of Varanasi, one of the oldest and most holy cities in the world. Across this city and its surrounding districts, this business has amassed a sizeable land portfolio comprised of various sized lots, and it is using this land to craft numerous housing projects that represent the future of modern, sustainable architecture in this beautiful city beginning right now. At the helm of this endeavour is the multi-award-winning MD Mr. Ashvinee Kumar, an exemplary leader who has guided this business masterfully since it was established almost a decade ago. With nine years in the business so far, Chaupal Sansadhan Limited (CSL) has proven itself time and again to be one of the best infrastructure and real estate development companies across Northern India, bringing together a pool of investors that share the company’s aims of building India in relation to the government’s “Invest India” initiative. Its housing projects throughout Varanasi and other cities in the populous and diverse state of Uttar Pradesh set the standard for infrastructure excellence across this region, and this team strive to help their clients upgrade their lifestyle in a manner that is swift, cost effective, and embodies quality. Rigorously adhering to the corporate governance frameworks it has put in place, CSL’s service suite is inclusive of such areas as resource development, general construction, and land/farm development. Additionally, CSL is adept in providing civil engineering contracting, consulting, architecture, design, and town/ village planning solutions. So, from investing in a new build scheme to collaborating on a bespoke project or even leveraging existing land through an innovative joint venture agreement, Chaupal Sansadhan Limited has the experience and the skill to bring ideas of all varieties to life. As an example of a project that the company has previously undertaken, it recently employed its signature end-toend approach when building a post-modern house, Ramnath Villa, in Varanasi’s Tarna region. A number of compliance measures had to be followed on this project, which was completed to the strictest industry standards, on time, and within budget. Having seen this project through from start to finish, the client was entirely satisfied with both the quality craftsmanship and faultless attention to detail consistently embodied by CSL. Boasting a reputation as the undisputed real estate development company in Varanasi, CSL more than has the track record to back up this claim, unlocking true value for its clients regardless of the scale of the site or project that will sit on it. Four fundamental pillars have proven essential in the company achieving this aim, these being maintaining transparency and trust across its operation, prioritising a process of collaborative innovation, empowering communities to become invested in the success of the firm, and finally, nurturing an ecosystem of support where individuals can thrive alongside the wider business. Managing Director Ashvinee Kumar has been on hand every step of the way to ensure that these values are upheld and that CSL exists as the best possible version of itself. Celebrated here with an APAC CEO of the Year Award for his tireless efforts, Ashvinee has played an instrumental role in the company’s success so far, leveraging his plethora of qualifications and reputation as a leading real estate developer to foster a community of trust and loyalty, not only amongst staff, but also stakeholders and clients. A social entrepreneur and socio-political thinker, Ashvinee remains wholly dedicated to rural infrastructure development. “Ownership isn’t just a title, it’s a spirit.” – Ashvinee Kumar Whilst Ashvinee’s distinction as MD has proven integral in CSL’s success, the company would be nowhere without an equally exceptional staffing team. In fact, as Ashvinee himself puts it, “every member of this team is an investor in our success, contributing their full support and unwavering commitment to achieve goals that extend far beyond the present.” He continues, “our staff members are invaluable assets, representing the foundation and serving as the driving force of our organisation.” On the back of this, there are two primary qualities that are present in all staff at CSL, namely honesty and dedication. Across his teams, Ashvinee recognises that almost any other skill or competency can be developed through training, but he is correct when he points out, “instilling both dedication and honesty is far more challenging than acquiring technical skills.” With this duo of traits innate across its workforce, it should come as no surprise that CSL has forged a culture that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity and respect for all. The reasons for adopting a business environment of this nature extend beyond simply moral duty, it also serves as an essential factor in promoting the success of the business in the future. For Ashvinee, “moving forward, corporate resilience will be paramount in navigating the ever-evolving business landscape, and we remain committed to cultivating a culture that empowers and supports our employees through any challenge.” Like many businesses, the past number of years have been filled with their fair share of hardship for CSL, particularly as a result of the pandemic and subsequent fallout impacting areas such as supply chains. However, the skill inherent across this team and Ashvinee in particular meant that they were not about to let this global catastrophe impact the business, so they set about navigating the financial crunch brought about by Covid-19 and came up with a self-financing model that motivated prospective members, inviting them to join. When combined with community efforts to reduce consumption upon recognising the gravity of the situation, the impact of this event was minimised effectively, not just for CSL, but for other businesses in the region too. Moreover, this period provided ample opportunity for Chaupal Sansadhan Limited to prepare proactively for the challenges the future would hold when the world opened up again, an undertaking that has ultimately made this business stronger in the long run. Approximately two years after planning first began, CSL unveiled an upgrade to its entire ecosystem that revolved Real Estate Development MD of the Year 2024 (India): Ashvinee Kumar
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