Ahmedabad: In a significant recognition of one of Gujarat’s enduring business legacies, the Government of India unveiled a ₹5 Corporate Stamp in honour of Late Tejmal Ji Mangal on Monday, whose entrepreneurial vision laid the foundation of the Mangal family business on June 1, 1942. Over the past 84 years, that foundation has evolved into a diversified industrial legacy, including Mangalam Worldwide Limited (MWL), a leading stainless-steel manufacturer and exporter.
The commemorative stamp was unveiled at the headquarters of Mangalam Worldwide Limited in Ahmedabad in the presence of Vipin Prakash Mangal, Chairman, Mangalam Worldwide Limited, along with the fourth genera on of the family business, Chandragupt Prakash Mangal and Chanakya Prakash Mangal, who are carrying forward the family’s entrepreneurial legacy. The commemorative stamp was unveiled in the presence of Ganesh V. Sawaleshwarkar, Chief
Postmaster General, Gujarat Circle, and Krishna Kumar Yadav, Postmaster General, Headquarters Region, Ahmedabad, who joined the ceremony as distinguished guests from the Department of Posts.
The unveiling marks a tribute to the vision, determination, and values of Late Tejmal Ji Mangal, who began his entrepreneurial journey in 1942. What started as a modest trading venture has grown over eight decades into a respected business group, creating value across generations while contributing to India’s industrial and economic development.
The Mangal family’s business legacy has been built and strengthened across four generations. Today, under the leadership of Vipin Prakash Mangal and the active involvement of the fourth generation, represented by Chandragupt Prakash Mangal and Chanakya Prakash Mangal, the group continues to expand its footprint while remaining rooted in the principles established by its founder.
Vipin Prakash Mangal, Chairman, Mangalam Worldwide Limited, said: “Today is a proud and emotional moment for our entire family. My grandfather, Late Tejmal Ji Mangal, laid the foundation of this journey on June 1, 1942, with unwavering values of integrity, perseverance, and commitment. As we celebrate 84 years of this legacy, the unveiling of a Government of India Corporate Stamp in his honour is a recognition not just of an individual, but of a journey that has been nurtured across four generations. This honour belongs to every member of our family, our employees, partners, and stakeholders who have contributed to carrying forward his vision. We remain committed to building upon this legacy while embracing the opportunities of the future.”
The event also served as a celebration of the family’s 84-year entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the continuity of leadership and values that have enabled the business to successfully transition across generations. The presence of the fourth generation at the ceremony underscored the family’s commitment to preserving and advancing the legacy established by Late Tejmal Ji Mangal. The commemorative ₹5 Corporate Stamp stands as a symbol of the founder’s enduring contribution to Indian enterprise and honours a business legacy that has remained relevant, resilient, and growth oriented for more than eight decades.
