Nottingham has produced many success stories, but few carry the weight of vision, values, and virtue quite like Nat Puri CBE. Entrepreneur, philanthropist, cultural steward, and community leader, Puri is a rare figure who has managed to marry commercial success with an unwavering commitment to righteousness.

A Journey Rooted in Values: Raised with a deep grounding in Hindu philosophy, Puri has always seen life through the lens of dharma – duty, fairness, and compassion. These principles have shaped not only his worldview but also his career trajectory, ensuring that his business pursuits were never divorced from ethics.

Business With Integrity: In the boardrooms where profits often overshadow principles, Puri stood apart. As a successful entrepreneur, he embedded honesty, transparency, and fairness into the very fabric of his enterprises. His professional reputation rests as much on his achievements as on the respect he commands for conducting business the right way.

A Tireless Philanthropist: If his business career gave him stature, his philanthropy gave him soul. Through countless initiatives in education, healthcare, and social welfare, Puri has lived out the Hindu principle of seva – selfless service. His support has not been limited to the UK; his charitable footprint stretches from Nottingham neighbourhoods to the remotest corners of India and Nepal.

One of his most impactful contributions has been towards the Ekal Vidyalaya movement, which brings single-teacher schools to children in tribal and hilly regions. In places where mainstream education often fails to reach, Puri’s backing has ensured that entire communities have access to learning, hope, and a pathway out of poverty. The initiative today stands as one of the largest grassroots educational movements in India and Nepal.

Keeper of Culture: Equally passionate about heritage, Puri has played a central role in preserving and promoting Hindu culture in the UK. From supporting festivals and temple activities to encouraging intercultural dialogue, he has been instrumental in fostering pride and understanding among both younger generations of Hindus and the wider British public.

A Global Outlook: Puri’s sphere of influence has never been confined by borders. His work on international projects and forums demonstrates a commitment to addressing global challenges with the same principles that guided his personal journey – justice, fairness, and cooperation. Whether it is philanthropy, business, or advocacy, he carries the conviction that righteousness must scale from the local to the global.

Championing Education: For Puri, education is not simply about literacy – it is empowerment. From scholarships for disadvantaged youth to support for schools in the UK and abroad, he has consistently invested in the next generation. He believes education is the most sustainable way to ensure that righteous values continue to guide society.

Legacy of Inspiration: To speak of Nat Puri is to speak of a life lived with balance – between prosperity and generosity, between cultural pride and universal human values. His story is not one of riches alone but of responsibility; not only of success but of service.

For those who encounter his work, whether in Nottingham, New Delhi, or Nepal, Nat Puri remains a beacon of how one individual – rooted in heritage yet global in outlook – can redefine what it means to lead, to give, and to inspire.