Updated On: 16 June, 2024 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ahead of Father`s Day 2024, here are some visionary individuals who have not only built thriving businesses but have also upheld the legacies and valuable life lessons of their fathers

Ritesh Agarwal, founder of OYO Rooms. Photo Courtesy: AFP
Behind every successful entrepreneur lies a source of inspiration, often found within their own family. In India, a country known for its rich cultural heritage and strong family bonds, numerous founders have drawn motivation and valuable life lessons from their fathers. These visionary individuals have not only built thriving businesses but have also upheld the legacies of their fathers. Ahead of Father`s Day 2024, here are five such remarkable Indian founders who have made their mark in the entrepreneurial world with the help of learnings from their fathers.
Ritesh Agarwal, founder, OYO Rooms
Ritesh Agarwal, the young and dynamic entrepreneur, is the brain behind OYO Rooms, one of India`s largest hospitality startups. Inspired by his father`s travel experiences and his modest background, Agarwal envisioned a platform that offers affordable and comfortable accommodations for budget travellers. His father`s tales of staying in various hotels across India ignited Agarwal`s entrepreneurial spirit, leading to the creation of OYO Rooms.