Sunil Bharti Mittal is an Indian entrepreneur and the founder of the Bharti Enterprises, a conglomerate with interests in telecommunications, agribusiness, and retail. He is best known for establishing Airtel, one of the largest mobile network operators in India and across several countries in Africa. Mittal has played a significant role in transforming the telecommunications landscape in India. Born on October 23, 1957, in Punjab, India, Mittal studied economics at Panjab University and later pursued business ventures in various sectors. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to business and society, including recognition from the Government of India for his efforts in promoting entrepreneurship.