Parimal Nathwani Recalls Early Gujarat Days During Courtesy Visit to Former Chief Secretary L.N.S. Mukundan
Nov 11th, 2026 7:02 pm | By ThenewsmanofIndia.com | Category: SPECIAL NEWS COVERAGE
THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM|Reliance Industries Director and Rajya Sabha MP expresses gratitude for the guidance, affection and encouragement received from senior Gujarat bureaucrats during his formative years
Parimal Nathwani, Director – Corporate Affairs, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and President of the Gujarat State Football Association, recently visited former Gujarat Chief Secretary L.N.S. Mukundan at his residence to enquire about his health and well-being.
Sharing his experience on LinkedIn, Nathwani recalled his early days in Gujarat and expressed deep gratitude for the affection, guidance and encouragement he received from Mukundan during 1995–1997. Describing their relationship with warmth, he remembered how Mukundan welcomed him like a family member, extending the affection of a father and treating him as his own son.
Nathwani credited the former Chief Secretary’s guidance, valuable introductions to senior government officials and political leaders, and consistent encouragement with playing an important role in shaping his professional journey in corporate affairs.
The interaction also brought back memories of several senior officers whose support and guidance enriched his formative years in Gujarat. Nathwani fondly recalled K.V. Bhanujan, A. Prasad, P. Trivedi and P.K. Laheri, acknowledging their contributions, professional guidance and the invaluable lessons he learnt from them.
His recollection reflects the importance of mentorship, institutional relationships and personal encouragement in professional development. It also highlights the enduring bonds that develop between public servants and professionals through mutual trust, guidance and shared experiences.
For Nathwani, the visit was not merely an occasion to enquire about the health of a respected former administrator but also an opportunity to revisit a significant chapter of his life and acknowledge those who helped shape his career.
Concluding his message, Nathwani wished Mukundan good health and well-being, conveying his continued respect and gratitude.
The gesture offers a warm reminder that professional journeys are often shaped not only by opportunities and achievements but also by the generosity, mentorship and encouragement of people encountered along the way.
