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PEOPLE WHO MADE IT POSSIBLE MOHAN VALRANI – The Action Man By Jawahar Chhoda A bright vision combined with the zeal and desire to fulfil his dreams has made Valrani cross many milestones in his fruitful life Mohan Valrani is the senior vice chairman of the Al Shirawi Group of Companies. Apart from being one of the most successful Indian businessmen in the UAE, Valrani is also actively involved in several philanthropic, community and social activities. He is a Founder-Trustee of the India Club and has been its Chairman twice in the past. Mohan Valrani is also a founder-member and is on the board of trustees of the Indian High School (IHS). Along with his fellow founder-trustees, it was Valrani’s vision and far-sightedness that led to the expansion of the India Club and took it to where it is today – one of the largest Indian clubs in the world. When Valrani first arrived in Dubai in 1966, India Club was located in small premises in Bur Dubai near the then customs office. Then the late and generous Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum granted a bigger plot of land for the new premises of India Club to be built at the spot where it is located now. “Since I was in the construction business, the community accorded me the responsibility of building the first phase of the new India Club premises. I was also the Chairman when the club moved to its present location,” said Valrani. So what was it that made these community leaders think of building an India club in Dubai? “When we first arrived here, we came as bachelors, so there was no sense of community as such. But as more and more families began arriving, the need for a community centre where these families could meet and socialise grew. So the club was started and then it just kept on growing. I am proud to say that many eminent personalities from both the UAE and India have visited our club and today it is one of the best Indian clubs outside India. We never imagined that a 100,000 sq. ft. plot would be small for us. Our membership has grown from 100 to 2,500 and is still growing. We would have expanded further had it not been for the space constraint.” With all these achievements, India Club has established itself as an institution among the Indian community in Dubai, but isn’t it true that many former regulars now choose to go to other places for entertainment? “The fact that our membership keeps on growing speaks for itself. When the club was started, there was nowhere to go for families, no entertainment options. With this club, we developed community spirit and today as a community centre, we are very active. Several luminaries keep on visiting the club regularly and we also celebrate all the festivals with great gusto and enthusiasm. There are dedicated clubs for various nationalities in Dubai but no other club matches ours. But at the same time, times have changed. With the advent of new technology our best friend now is the iPad so there is not much time for socialising. Dubai has grown in all directions and many people have shifted to new Dubai. And the proof of the pudding lies in its eating. So we have to introduce the right facilities and create the right environment for more and more people to want to come to the club.” So is there any plan of expanding India Club? “Well, space is the keyword here. Expansion is on the cards but our main problem at the existing premises is the space constraint. The trustees are discussing this matter seriously and we feel that we need to start a branch in a new location preferably in new Dubai,” Valrani said with a touch of excitement. Given the fact that the youngsters need to drive the growth of the club, surely the trustee must be seeking their opinions too? “Today’s youngsters are more active and very quick to send their suggestions. And we receive so many e-mails with suggestions from members to improve the facilities. This ensures that our members are actively involved in whatever happens at their club.” In recent days, under the Chairmanship and guidance of Dr Ram Buxani, the club has launched several new initiatives. “True! Dr Buxani is doing an excellent job. He has introduced the business networking evenings, the Friday brunch and other fresh ideas. I think the club is on the right track.” Given that he and his companies have played such an important role in Dubai’s progress, how does Mohan Valrani envisage the future of Dubai? “Despite the ups and downs, Dubai has emerged as a world-class city. Today it is counted among the top three cities of Asia and the top 10 cities of the world. I see a very bright future for Dubai and feel that it will continue to grow in the years to come.” Mohan Valrani with HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum at the inauguration of the MNC & Ashoka Complex in the year 2000 20 India Club India Club 7
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