Uma Chigurupati – A Perfectionist with Panache and Chairperson of FLO Hyderabad
Early Life and Career Uma’s journey began in Chirala, Andhra Pradesh, where she pursued post-graduate studies in soil microbiology and plant pathology at Nagarjuna University. Her academic excellence , marked by gold medals and scholarships, caught the attention of her future father-in-law, leading to her introduction to her husband. Together, they co-founded Granules India, a leading pharmaceutical company. Uma Chigurupati Achievements and Challenges Uma’s relentless drive is evident in her commitment to every endeavor she undertakes. “I don’t call myself an achiever, but when I take up something, I give it my 100 percent,” she says. In her late 40s, she took on the challenge of running marathons, including the grueling North Pole marathon, where she narrowly escaped a near-death experience. These adventures, she believes, are life lessons that have shaped her resilience and outlook on life. Advocacy and Empowerment Uma’s role extends beyond business. As chairperson of...