This is a learning in the business life that first of all you need to have commitment, dedication and passion for what you are doing. – Lakshmi Mittal
It’s true that I run a multi-national group but I have no interests in India. So please tell me, what should my identity be? – Lakshmi Mittal
The torch relay is an excellent embodiment of all that the Olympic Games have come to symbolise – a celebration of the human spirit. Personally to me, it represents striving to be the best in whatever we do, never giving up despite the odds, and a commitment to health and fitness. – Lakshmi Mittal
When I think about parallels between myself and an Olympian, I believe that success in the world of business is underpinned by very similar principles of perseverance and hard work. – Lakshmi Mittal
We are not in the business of iron ore. Whatever captive iron ore sources we have, we use it to make steel. – Lakshmi Mittal
I came from a Hindi medium school… the principal felt that I would not fit into an English medium college. Though I was top in my class in school, and I got admission in other colleges, but I really wanted to study in St. Xavier’s. – Lakshmi Mittal
I built a steel plant from the grassroots, so I learned all the nuts and bolts. When there was a problem, I would be able to guide them, though I am not a technical person. – Lakshmi Mittal