Former Shark Tank India judge, Ashneer Grover, has announced the sad news of his father’s passing. Ashok Grover, aged 69, passed away on Tuesday. The news was shared on social media by Ashneer and his wife, Madhuri Jain Grover, who posted a photo of Ashok smiling at the camera.
Ashneer captioned the post with a touching message, “Bye Papa. Love you! Take care of Papaji, Badi Mummy, Nanaji, and Naniji in heaven. Ashok Grover (S/o Nand Lal Grover) 04.08.1953 – 28.03.2023.”
The news has left many in the entertainment industry saddened, with comedians and actors like Sunil Grover and RJ Anmol paying tribute to Ashok Grover.
Sunil Grover, in a comment on the post, expressed his condolences with folded hands and prayers. RJ Anmol took to Twitter to share his tribute, saying, “Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ashneer Grover’s father Ashok Grover ji. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this difficult time.”
Ashneer Grover is a well-known name in the Indian startup ecosystem. He was the founder and CEO of BharatPe, a fintech company that provides digital payment solutions for small merchants. Ashneer is also a former judge of Shark Tank India, a popular TV show that features aspiring entrepreneurs pitching their business ideas to a panel of investors.
Ashneer’s father, Ashok Grover, played a significant role in his life and career. In an interview with YourStory, Ashneer spoke about the influence his father had on him. “My father is a simple man. He was a government employee and retired as a deputy commissioner. He instilled in me the values of hard work, honesty, and integrity. He always taught me to be a good human being first, and then think about anything else,” said Ashneer.
Ashneer’s father’s passing is a reminder of the importance of family and the role they play in shaping our lives. The loss of a loved one is always difficult, and it is a testament to Ashneer’s strength and resilience that he is able to share the news with the world.
Ashneer’s success in the startup world has been driven by his determination, vision, and hard work. He co-founded BharatPe in 2018 with a mission to make digital payments simple and accessible for small merchants. Under his leadership, the company has grown rapidly and now serves millions of merchants across India.
Ashneer’s achievements have not gone unnoticed, and he has been recognized as one of the most influential people in Indian business by several publications. He was also named the Entrepreneur of the Year at the Economic Times Awards for Corporate Excellence 2020.
In a statement released by BharatPe, the company expressed their condolences to Ashneer and his family. “The entire BharatPe family is deeply saddened by the loss of Ashneer’s father. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ashneer and his family during this difficult time. We stand with them in their grief and sorrow,” said the statement.
The passing of Ashok Grover is a loss not only for his family but also for the Indian startup ecosystem. His contribution to his son’s success and his values of hard work, honesty, and integrity have been passed down to Ashneer, who has used them to create a successful company and make a positive impact on society.