Vikram Singh Mehta (Indigo Chairman) Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Profession: Businessman

Known For: Being Chairman of InterGlobe Aviation Limited (IndiGo)

Date of Birth: October 1952

Age (as of 2024): 72 Years

Birthplace: Ajmer, Rajasthan, India

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Religion: Hinduism

Age: 72 Years

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EDUCATION

School: Mayo College, Ajmer

College/University: • St. Stephens College, Delhi University, New Delhi • Magdalen Colleg, Oxford University, England • Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University, USA

Educational Qualification(s): • Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics (Honours) From St. Stephens College, Delhi University (1972-1975) • Master of Arts in Economics, Magdalen College from Oxford University (1975-1977) • Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy), from Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University (1980-1982)

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″ (173 cm)

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Salt and Pepper

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Married

Wife/Spouse: Tasneem Zakaria Mehta (Writer, Designer)

Children: Son – None Daughter(s) – 2 • Malika Noor Mehta (Psychotherapist) • Ahilya Mehta

Parents: Father – Jagat Singh Mehta (Deceased) (Foreign Secretary of India) Mother – Rama Mehta (Deceased) (Author)

Siblings: Brother(s) – 2 • Ajay Singh Mehta • Uday Singh Mehta Sister – Rani Vijay

Wife: Tasneem Zakaria Mehta

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Awards: • Businessman of the Year award (2010) • Best Independent Director in India (2016)

OTHER INFORMATION

Hobbies: Reading, Writing, Playing Golf

Social Media: • LinkedIn

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Vikram Singh Mehta was born into a lineage steeped in history, hailing from a royal family whose ancestors were the rulers of Mewar, Rajasthan. This distinguished heritage undoubtedly influenced his upbringing, as he was raised in an environment that valued education and public service. His father, Jagat Singh Mehta, held an esteemed position as India’s Foreign Secretary, while his grandfather, Mohan Singh Mehta, was a highly regarded educationalist and diplomat. Mohan Singh’s illustrious career included serving as India’s High Commissioner to Pakistan in 1951 and being a member of the Constituent Assembly of India in 1947, both of which underscored the family’s commitment to the nation. Vikram’s family connections extended to his sister, Rani Vijay, who married Raja Amir Mohammad Khan of Mahmudabad, further intertwining his legacy with Indian nobility.

Mehta’s academic journey took him to Oxford University, where he forged significant friendships with notable figures such as Imran Khan and Benazir Bhutto, all of whom pursued degrees in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. This illustrious academic backdrop equipped him with a profound understanding of socio-economic dynamics, which he later applied upon returning to India to take the civil services examination. In 1978, Vikram was selected for the Indian Administrative Service; however, after two years, he realized that the civil service did not align with his temperament and chose to depart from that path. In 1980, he redirected his focus towards international relations by studying at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, where he earned a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy.

Upon entering the corporate realm, Mehta began his career as a Senior Economist at Phillips Petroleum in London in 1980. His return to India in 1984 marked a significant transition as he took on the role of Advisor for Strategic Planning at India Ltd., setting the stage for his extensive involvement in the Indian energy sector. By 1988, Vikram had accepted an offer from Royal Dutch Shell to work in its Middle East operations, a role that notably enhanced his networking capabilities. His tenure at Shell saw him excel, culminating in his appointment as Managing Director of Shell Markets and Chemicals in Egypt from 1991 to 1994. The subsequent transfer to India allowed him to leverage his expertise fully, leading to his role as Chairman of the Shell Group of Companies in India, where he dedicated approximately 24 years before retiring in October 2012.

Following his retirement, Mehta took on the role of Executive Chairman of Brookings India in 2013, while also serving as a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, where his focus was on public policy research. His extensive experience led him to hold independent directorships at several major corporations, including Larsen and Toubro Limited, Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, and Jet Airways, among others. In 2020, he was appointed as Chairman and Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Social and Economic Progress, furthering his commitment to policy research and analysis. As a prolific writer, Mehta has authored two significant books, “Anchoring Change: 75 Years of Grassroots Interventions That Made a Difference” (2021) and “The Next Stop: Natural Gas and India’s Journey towards a Clean Energy Future” (2022), both published by Harper Collins. His expertise led to his appointment to the board of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo) in May 2022, and by May 2025, he ascended to the position of chairman.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Vikram Singh Mehta is married to Tasneem Zakaria Mehta, a distinguished Indian art historian and curator, who serves as the Director of the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum in Mumbai. Together, they contribute to the cultural fabric of India. Mehta’s intellectual pursuits extend beyond his professional commitments; he is a sought-after guest lecturer at various esteemed universities and frequently writes insightful articles for prominent newspapers. An avid tennis and golf enthusiast, he finds joy in sports, while his passion for reading is evident in the three libraries he maintains across Delhi, Mumbai, and Udaipur, where he indulges in economics, political history, religion, and philosophy—demonstrating his lifelong commitment to learning and development.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.