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" The Bharat Ram family was into philanthropy a way earlier. They build institutes such as Shri Ram College of Commerce, Lady Shri Ram College, and Shri Ram Schools. They are very inspiring. "

Shiv Nadar

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Shiv Nadar

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Shiv Nadar

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