Born into a farmer’s family in Bihar’s Saran district, a man who once walked the village fields went on to serve the nation in the Indian Navy for 15 years, an inspiring journey of simplicity, patience, and honesty. (Local18)
Even after retirement, Suraj Kumar Singh stayed connected to his roots, using his pension to establish the Nikumbheshwar Mahadev Temple in Karah village, promoting social values. (Local18)
During his posting in Mumbai, he became interested in the stock market. Despite suffering losses in his early years, he remained resolute. Turning his learning into an opportunity, he adopted a strategy in the IPO market during the 2020 pandemic that netted him a profit of Rs 100 crore. (Local18)
Furthermore, in the real estate sector, he completed several successful projects with the Himalaya Group and, by launching Karnika Industries Limited through an IPO in 2023, gave the company a market cap of Rs 1,100 crore in just two years. (Local18)
Today, Suraj Kumar Singh’s company operates factories and the DEE Hub retail chain across the country, providing employment to thousands of youth. His achievements have also been recognised nationally. On May 11, 2025, he was awarded the prestigious Birsa Munda Award in Jharkhand and the Vyapar Ratna Award from the Delhi Government in June 2025. (Local18)
He is also invited as a guest speaker to inspire youth at various IIMs and management institutes across the country. (Local18)
