In a recent interview on the ‘People by WTF’ show hosted by Nikhil Kamath, Kumar Mangalam Birla discussed a range of topics. Birla admitted to losing his cool 18 times in his 29-year career, emphasizing the importance of maintaining composure, particularly in a work environment. During the conversation, Kamath referred to Birla's previous interviews, noting the scarcity of publicly available interviews with him and even mentioning one from 26 years ago, prompting a nostalgic mention of 'Rendezvous with Simi Garewal'.
Throughout the interview, there was an interesting exchange where Birla turned the tables on Kamath, posing a hypothetical scenario about investment choices involving Rs 10 crore. Additionally, Birla's participation in the silver jubilee celebration of the Aditya Birla Scholarships program in Mumbai highlighted the conglomerate's significant investments in the United States, exceeding $15 billion, with manufacturing operations spread across 20 locations in 15 states. Birla's remarks underlined his ongoing interest in further investment opportunities in the US.
Furthermore, Birla's comments reflected his optimism about India's current position on the global stage, noting the country's confidence, ambitious dreams, and pivotal role in the global narrative. His observations suggested India's emergence as a pioneering force with a substantial impact on the global landscape.