Essel Group Celebrates 100 Years Of Legacy & Growth
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: May 21, 2026, 10:31 IST | Updated: May 21, 2026, 10:31 IST
The Essel Group marks 100 years since its founding in 1926, growing from a humble grain store in Haryana's Hisar district into one of India's major business conglomerates. Over the decades, the group expanded across media, entertainment, infrastructure and technology, emerging as a prominent force in India's private broadcasting industry.
On #Essel100, WION looks back at its evolution and role in the growth of Indian enterprise.
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