Anshuman Ruia is part of the second generation of the Ruia family that founded Essar. Essar was founded in 1969 by his father, Shashi Ruia, and uncle Ravi Ruia.

Mr Anshuman Ruia is known for his financial expertise and project execution skills. He has overseen Essar’s BPO and Power businesses, and was instrumental in creating Aegis, the BPO arm of Essar. The Aegis business was monetised at a value almost 20 times the investments made. He is also responsible for the expansion and diversification of the Power business into new, renewable energy sources and its entry into the transmission and distribution segment.

Mr Ruia is a member of the YPO (Young Presidents Organisation), a connoisseur of music and a keen table tennis player.