Updated 22 December 2025 at 18:53 IST

Poonawalla Group Led by Chairman Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla, Embark on a New Growth Phase in Start Ups and Sports

As forward-thinking business leaders, Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla have built an investment portfolio that reflects their focus on impactful innovation and long-term value creation.

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Poonawalla Group Led by Chairman Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla, Embark on a New Growth Phase in Start Ups and Sports
Poonawalla Group Led by Chairman Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla, Embark on a New Growth Phase in Start Ups and Sports | Image: Initiative desk

Mumbai, November 17, 2025: Poonawalla Group, under the visionary leadership of Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla, is embarking on a new chapter of strategic growth — expanding beyond its established strengths in engineering, finance, manufacturing, and philanthropy. The Group is channelling its expertise and resources into promising sectors such as start-ups, sports, and nutrition, reflecting its forward-thinking commitment to fostering innovation, empowering youth, and driving meaningful socio-economic progress across industries.

As forward-thinking business leaders, Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla have built an investment portfolio that reflects their focus on impactful innovation and long-term value creation. Amongst these investments are Angel Investing, Innovative Mobility Solutions, Integrated DataCentres, Advanced Green Bio Plastic Solutions, Defence Solutions, Construction & Development, Advanced GPS + VLTD solutions and Green Energy solutions, amongst a few.

Their recent investments include Macron Group, a multi-vertical enterprise specialising in integrated supply chain solutions, record management, and logistics parks; Regeno, a company revolutionising biodegradable plastic substitutes; trackNOW Pvt Ltd, a tech-driven startup offering real-time tracking, mobility, and IoT-based fleet management solutions; and TOVA, an innovative wellness beverage brand focused on herb-infused, immunity-boosting water. Apart from this, Poonawalla Group has also recently invested in Naturefit, a health mobile app that brings complementary and alternative therapies and medicines all at one place, along with all-natural products, health forums, health trackers and much more, all under one roof.

In addition to expanding their business footprint, Poonawalla Group has also made significant strides into the world of sports and fitness, reinforcing their belief in the transformative power of athletic excellence. 

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The Group recently announced its sponsorship of 15-year-old Indo-Arab Mohammed Mneimneh, one of the fastest-rising names in Middle Eastern motorsport. This initiative reflects Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla’s deep-rooted commitment to nurturing promising young talent across diverse fields, extending beyond their legacy in business and philanthropy into the global world of sport.

Further cementing its role in empowering young athletes, Poonawalla Group has also extended its support to the MMA India National Federation, which prepares Indian athletes for International events. The sponsorship underscores the Group’s dedication to promoting emerging sports and giving Indian athletes a platform to shine globally. With MMA being one of the fastest-growing sports worldwide, and the MMA India National Federation affiliated with the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF), this collaboration ensures Team India enters these championships with renewed confidence and support.

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Besides their legacy businesses like Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd and Elomatic (India) Pvt Ltd, Poonawalla Stud Farms and Finance, Yohan Poonawalla is also a shareholder in the Serum Institute of India. Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla's Poonawalla group has made a significant contribution to the real estate sector. In the real estate realm, Poonawalla Group has landmark projects, including premium projects in Mumbai and Pune. One such prime ongoing project is Poonawalla Towers in Pune, alongside having real estate investments in Nariman Point, Worli, BKC in Mumbai, and Bund Garden and Kalyani Nagar in Pune reflects a refined approach to the luxury commercial segment.

Speaking on the Group’s evolving vision, Yohan Poonawalla Chairman Poonawalla Group, shared, “At Poonawalla Group, growth has always been about more than expanding businesses. It's about expanding possibilities. Our investments in start-ups and sports reflect our belief in the power of innovation, ambition, and human potential to drive meaningful progress. We are committed to supporting new ideas and emerging talent that will help shape India’s future economy.”

This growing involvement in sports and fitness complements Poonawalla Group’s diverse investment strategy. From championing innovation and sustainability through its startup investments to empowering youth and athletic development, the Group’s evolving portfolio underlines its commitment to creating meaningful, long-term impact across industries.

Michelle Poonawalla Director, Poonawalla Group, said, “We are drawn to businesses and initiatives that create meaningful change, whether through sustainability, innovation, or social impact. Our approach goes beyond investment; it’s about fostering talent, mentoring ideas, and building ecosystems where both businesses and individuals can thrive.”

With strategic diversification into startups, sports, and wellness, Poonawalla Group continues to redefine purposeful investing under the visionary leadership of Yohan and Michelle Poonawalla, cementing its place as a future-focused conglomerate driving India’s entrepreneurial and sporting transformation.

Published By : Namya Kapur

Published On: 22 December 2025 at 18:53 IST