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Jitendra Kejriwal | Sonear Industries

A philanthropist at heart, an erudite consultant in his field of work and a dedicated family man, Jitendra Kejriwal is renowned for his extensive work in the plywood industry. Ever since childhood he was extremely bright in academics and showed a promising future. In his initial years of schooling he was double promoted and his grades always put him amongst the top scorers of the class. His passion for work was immense leading him to join the family business at a very early stage in life while he pursued a degree in commerce. He then began offering his consulting services for plywood and has done so for many brands over his expansive experience of 30 years in the field, including playing a vital role in the success of well- established and renowned brands such as Donear, Sonear and many more.

His successful career as a consultant has been well acknowledged by the government organisations, fellow colleagues and key players of the sector while being celebrated and endorsed by a large list of celebrities over the years. Right from the bedazzle of Bollywood stars including Priyanka Chopra, Madhuri Dixit, Katrina Kaif, Ranbir Kapoor, Chitrangda Singh and the king of romance on the big screen, Shahrukh Khan to eminent personalities such as Shashi Tharoor, the elite writer, MP for Thiruvananthapuram and former Minister of State, Government of India and Maninderjeet Bitta who is presently the chairman of the All-India Anti-Terrorist Front (AIATF), and was former President of Indian Youth Congress. In addition to major events and parties to celebrate launches and brand associations, on multiple occasions he has also hosted a large number of celebrities at his private residence including the caste of Housefull with Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandes and Sajid Nadiadwala. The greatest honour amongst all was of course to be graced by the presence of the Bollywood’s Shahenshah, Mr. Amitabh Bachchan. Professionally, Mr. Kejriwal has worked with a number of architects, interior designers, brands and private professionals over the years. Amongst work associates and colleagues, he has had the privilege of having his work exhibition inaugurated by one of the top architects of Delhi, Sonali Bhagwati who is the Co- Founder of Spazzio Design, an internationally recognised design firm, now known as Designplus Architecture after a merger.

Taking a glimpse away from the spotlight and focusing on some of the immensely meaningful work Mr. Jitendra Kejriwal has done for the society. He is very actively involved in many philanthropic activities in Delhi and other cities. Under his guidance and with his support playing key role, an Old Age Home for Ladies and Gents was established at Rohtak in Haryana that supports and services more than 200 senior citizens who need constant care and attention. Amongst other social work, he also laid down the foundation stone of Vaish Kanya Vidyalaya at Rohtak in Haryana that was especially built to promote and provide education to girls in the locality, the donations for which were made by Mr. Kejriwal himself.

In addition to social work, Jitendra Kejriwal is also a very well- known and well- connected socially. He holds a number of Honorary Positions and is a Trustee at numerous organisations and institutions such as Maharaja Agarsen Hospital in Punjabi Bagh, Delhi, Balaji Nirogya Dham in Delhi, Balaji Sewa Samiti in Salasar, Rajasthan and Bankey Bihari Trust in Delhi. Mr. Kejriwal has done a lot of work for the development and progress of the Delhi Ashoka wing of the Rotary Club while he served as the President for the reputed club. For his immense contributions towards the goals of the Rotary Club, he is the first ever person to be elected as the President for the second time consecutively in a row in the entire history of the well renowned, recognized and respected club.  Additionally, he is also a life time member of the Punjabi Bagh Club in Delhi and associated with the Haryana Matri Sangh which is a social and cultural organization based in Delhi NCR.

Jitendra Kejriwal has been felicitated and awarded numerous awards for his contributions to the plywood industry and to the welfare of society. He was conferred the Paul Harris Fellowship award by Rotary International for good friendly relations. Amongst other achievements, he was also granted the Best Citizen Award by Delhi Police. 

With a strong experience of more than three decades in the field of plywood, vineer, block boards, flush doors, recon plywood and laminates he is presently one of the most sought- after consultants in the industry in addition to being a strong social figure especially in the capital city of Delhi.