Keshav Saraf, born on August 25, 1990, in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, is an accomplished entrepreneur and real estate professional with a diverse background in business and marketing. After completing his early education in Bihar, Keshav moved to Surat in 1997, where he continued his schooling and earned a 50% scholarship at SD Jain Modern School, ultimately graduating from high school.
Keshav pursued a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) at Hansraj College, Delhi, where he excelled academically, graduating in 2012 with first division honours. During his studies, he founded Dupedia.com, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit early on. Keshav further enriched his expertise with a 15-month training program at Gallantt Ispat Limited and successfully completed various professional certifications from ICSI and ICAI.
In 2012, Keshav completed his Master’s in Marketing from the Delhi School of Economics, equipping him with advanced skills in market analysis and strategic planning. After migrating back to Surat, he became involved in his family business and ventured into real estate as a realtor in 2013.
Keshav is also the founder of Shri Radhe Shree ( A retail store in Surat for all spiritual & marriage goods ). His entrepreneurial journey continued with the launch of multiple online ventures, including PujaParv.com, SuratRealtors.com, and platedvista.com. In 2024, he expanded his outreach further by starting his own podcast, sharing insights and experiences from his multifaceted career.
Keshav’s dedication to business, coupled with his strong educational foundation, positions him as a dynamic leader in the real estate and entrepreneurial landscape.
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Keshav Ashok Saraf was born on August 25, 1990, in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, Born into a family of business and legal minds his entrepreneurial instincts were cultivated from a young age. After moving to Surat from Bihar, he excelled academically and began laying the foundation for his entrepreneurial ventures.
Keshav Ashok Saraf began his academic journey at Prabhat Tara School in Muzaffarpur, Bihar—an institution known for its disciplined learning environment and strong emphasis on foundational education. It was here that Keshav developed an early passion for learning, critical thinking, and leadership. The school played a pivotal role in shaping his curiosity and confidence, laying the groundwork for his future as an entrepreneur. Surrounded by a culture of academic excellence and moral values, Keshav’s formative years at Prabhat Tara were instrumental in nurturing his ambition and intellectual growth.
In 1997, Keshav Ashok Saraf and his family relocated from Muzaffarpur to Surat, Gujarat, marking a significant turning point in his life. The move was driven by the family’s pursuit of better opportunities and a broader platform for growth. Adapting to a new city at a young age, Keshav quickly embraced Surat’s dynamic environment and diverse culture. This transition not only expanded his worldview but also exposed him to the entrepreneurial energy of one of India’s fastest-growing cities. Surat became the nurturing ground where his ambitions evolved, eventually shaping his journey into the world of business and innovation.
After moving to Surat, Keshav Ashok Saraf continued his education at SD Jain Modern School (CBSE), a prestigious institution known for its academic rigor and holistic development approach. Throughout his secondary and higher secondary years, Keshav consistently stood out as a dedicated and high-achieving student. His strong academic performance, leadership qualities, and commitment to excellence earned him a 50% scholarship by Grade 12, a testament to his intellectual capabilities and perseverance. This period was crucial in shaping Keshav’s analytical thinking and discipline—skills that would later fuel his success as an entrepreneur.
In 2010, Keshav Ashok Saraf graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) degree, achieving First Division from the renowned Hansraj College, Delhi University. His academic success underscored a strong foundation in commerce and a disciplined approach to learning.
While pursuing his degree, Keshav’s entrepreneurial instincts led him to co-found DUPEDIA.COM, a groundbreaking educational platform aimed at streamlining academic support for students across Delhi University. The platform rapidly gained popularity for its innovative peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, positioning Keshav as a forward-thinking leader in the education space. Dupedia’s success became a springboard for Keshav’s journey into larger ventures, earning national media attention and comparisons to some of the world’s most influential young entrepreneurs.
In December 2010, shortly after completing his graduation, Keshav Ashok Saraf achieved a significant milestone in his early career by being recruited by KPMG, one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Selected through a rigorous campus placement process at Hansraj College, his recruitment into KPMG marked a strong validation of his academic excellence, analytical skills, and professional potential.
At KPMG, Keshav was exposed to high-level consulting and auditing practices, gaining valuable insights into global business operations and financial systems. This experience not only sharpened his corporate acumen but also reinforced his long-term passion for entrepreneurship, eventually guiding him back toward building ventures of his own.
Following his corporate stint, Keshav Ashok Saraf pursued a professional certification from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), deepening his knowledge in corporate governance, compliance, and legal frameworks. This rigorous academic and professional program added a legal and strategic dimension to his business skill set.
As part of the ICSI curriculum, Keshav completed a 15-month industrial training at Gallantt Ispat Ltd, a prominent player in the steel and power sector. During this intensive training, he gained hands-on experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and internal processes within a large-scale industrial environment. This phase of his journey equipped him with real-world insights into enterprise operations, further preparing him for the multifaceted challenges of entrepreneurship.
He also passed Group 1 of the IPCC from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, building a strong foundation in finance.
In 2012, he completed his Master’s in Marketing from the prestigious Delhi School of Economics, enhancing his expertise in business.
He returned to Surat in 2013, joining his family business and beginning his work in real estate as a dedicated realtor.
Expanding into new fields, Keshav founded Gati Agro Farm and joined Shri Radhe Shree, ventures aimed at agriculture and spirituality.
In 2024, he launched PujaParv.com
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