Devyani Jaipuria is a dynamic educationist, industrialist, philanthropist, and global advocate for social welfare. She is the Pro Vice Chairperson of Delhi Public Schools (DPS) International and a Director at Cocoon Hospital, Jaipur.
Devyani is the daughter of Ravi Jaipuria, the Chairman of RJ Corp, famously known as India’s “Cola King.” His flagship company, Varun Beverages, is one of PepsiCo’s largest bottlers outside the United States. According to Forbes, Ravi Jaipuria’s real-time net worth stands at a staggering USD 15 billion (Rs 1,29,701 crore).
At 39, Devyani is a prominent figure in education and healthcare. She oversees the family’s healthcare division, which includes the premium maternity hospital chain Cocoon and stem cell banking services. She also plays a pivotal role in managing several educational institutions, including DPS Gurgaon, DPS Jaipur, DPS International in Gurgaon, and Dharav High School in Jaipur.
Devyani’s passion for education stems from her own experiences as an alumna of DPS. Inspired to make education more relevant and accessible, she has introduced numerous initiatives, including, Muskaan, A program at DPS Gurgaon focused on social welfare, Pravah, a skill development center for economically disadvantaged individuals and Shiksha Kendra which is a school at DPS Gurgaon offering quality education to children from economically weaker sections.
She also serves as a trustee for charitable organizations such as the Aliya Charitable Trust, Champa Devi Jaipuria Charitable Trust, and the Mala Jaipuria Foundation.
The family’s Devyani International, named after her, operates major brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, and Costa Coffee in India. As of January 23, the company boasts a market capitalization of Rs 21,508 crore.
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