Mr. Mahadevan Anand is a distinguished individual and retired Chairman Advisory Board – Asia and Member of the Supervisory Board of a renowned European multinational.
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He has been honoured with the prestigious "Goldenes Ehrenzeichen" by the Republic of Austria, which is the highest civil decoration in the country. This award carries international recognition and can be considered equivalent to esteemed honors such as the Knight's Cross 1st Class in the United Kingdom, the Croix de Chevalier de 1ère Classe in France, or the Padma Vibhushan in India.
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With an impressive 43-year career, Mr. Anand has made a significant impact on South Asia's hi-tech infrastructure sector. His expertise extends to diverse areas, including power, railways, oil, mining, water desalination and distillation, and steel.
In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Anand has played a pivotal role in fostering cultural relations between India and Austria, while actively participating in philanthropic endeavors.