Alumni Speak
Apeejay School, Faridabad alumnus on building a multi-domain business empire
From classroom lessons to boardroom decisions, this graduate charts his journey
An entrepreneur with a sharp eye for market potential, Prashant Garg – an alumnus of Apeejay School, Faridabad (Batch of 1999) – has emerged as a significant player in India’s petroleum and agro-export sectors. After completing his engineering and MBA, Prashant ventured into the world of business, founding PP Softtech Private Limited and PJS Overseas Ltd. In this insightful conversation, he traces his professional journey from his education years to becoming one of the largest importers of petroleum products in the country.
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Take us through your professional path after graduating from Apeejay School, Faridabad.
After completing Class 12 in the non-medical stream with computer science, I pursued engineering. Post that, I did my MBA from New York. In 2005, I joined our family business. That gave me valuable industry exposure and business understanding. Then in 2020, I decided to take the entrepreneurial route and launched my own ventures.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Traveling and meeting people gave me exposure to various industries. In 2019, I noticed that the government was heavily investing in infrastructure. I began to research opportunities and narrowed down on petroleum-based products, especially bitumen, which is essential for road construction. That’s how my first company was born in 2020, and it clicked.
Tell us more about your companies and the sectors you work in.
I currently operate two companies. One focuses on importing and distributing petroleum products like bitumen, and the other exports rice to Middle Eastern countries. We’re now one of the largest importers of petroleum products in India. The diversification into agro-commodities helped us tap into a growing international demand.
How do you manage operations across such diverse sectors?
It all comes down to team structure. I’ve built a strong, dedicated team for each domain – vessel logistics, cargo procurement, sales, and storage management. I believe in delegating and letting domain experts handle their respective verticals, which keeps operations smooth.
What is your vision for the future of your business?
I don’t forecast too far ahead. My goal is to grow steadily – at least 40–50% annually. Within the next few years, I aim to take my company public through a successful IPO. That’s the big milestone I’m working towards.
How do you view the future of the fuel and infrastructure sector in India?
India’s economy is growing at 7–8% annually, and infrastructure continues to be a key focus area. With ongoing government spending and rising demand, I see strong growth potential in the fuel sector over the next five years.
