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The Recap: Indian Innovators Awards 2018 Entrepreneur Middle East's 2018 Indian Innovator Awards presented by du, recognized and rewarded business leaders of Indian origins from across the Middle East.

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In its fifth annual edition, Entrepreneur Middle East's 2018 Indian Innovator Awards presented by du, recognized and rewarded business leaders of Indian origins from across the Middle East region at a gala event held on November 26, 2018 at the Habtoor Palace in Dubai, UAE.

Tom Urquhart addressing the gathering at the Indian Innovator Awards 2018

As a production by BNC Publishing, the media house behind Entrepreneur Middle East, 2018 Indian Innovator Awards honored enterprises and executives who have not only distinguished themselves, but also have made significant contributions to drive the Middle East economy as well.

H.E. Vipul, Consul General of India in Dubai

With H.E. Vipul, Consul General of India in Dubai, in attendance, the 2018 Indian Innovator Awards, presented by du, was staged with the support of Platinum Allies Malabar Gold and Diamonds, and Baker Iconic Home; Ecosystem Partner Dubai Technology Entrepreneurship Center (DTEC); and Tech Partner LifeOnScreen.

A total of 15 awards were presented at the event, with all of the winners having set themselves apart from their peers in the region by showcasing a commitment to excellence and thereby raising the bar of their respective industries.

Wissam Younane, CEO, BNC Publishing

Speaking about the event, Wissam Younane, CEO, BNC Publishing, said, "The Indian Innovator Awards have always been a celebration of some of the finest enterprises and individuals in the Middle East business arena, and this year's instalment of the event was no different. Be it as innovative entrepreneurs or trailblazing visionaries, our winners at Entrepreneur Middle East's 2018 Indian Innovator Awards have truly raised the bar for how business is done in the region, and we're glad to have been able to stage this event to honor and highlight their achievements."

SMART SOLUTION OF THE YEAR BUYBACK BAZAAR

TECH INNOVATION OF THE YEAR JUNKBOT ROBOTICS

ONLINE PLATFORM OF THE YEAR DOCSWALLET

CONSTRUCTION INNOVATION MOHAMMED JAFER MUSTHAFA

INDUSTRIAL INNOVATION B.M. ASHRAF

EDUCATION INNOVATION NITIN ANAND

F&B HEAVYWEIGHT OF THE YEAR BHUPENDER NATH

HOSPITALITY INNOVATION ADITYA RAJARAM

BANKING INNOVATION DR. ADNAN CHILWAN

EXCELLENCE IN FUND MANAGEMENT SHAILESH DASH

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY TARIQ CHAUHAN

DIVERSIFICATION EXCELLENCE SUNIL VASWANI

CORPORATE LEADERSHIP MAHESH DALAMAL

EXCELLENCE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS HARMEEK SINGH

CONTRIBUTION TO BUSINESS B.R. SHETTY

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