Saurabh Chhajed Nominated for Bharat Shreshtha Ratna Sanman 2026 for Business Leadership and Social Service.

Ratlam: Saurabh Chhajed, a jeweller and active social service professional from Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, has been nominated for the Bharat Shreshtha Ratna Sanman (BSRS) 2026, presented as part of the India Republic Times Leadership Conclave Mumbai 2026. The nomination brings attention to his work across the jewellery business, community leadership and social service.
Associated with Saraf Kantilal Vimalkumar Chhajed Jewellers, Chhajed represents a professional journey that extends beyond business. Over the years, he has taken active roles in several social, community and professional organisations, working on initiatives related to healthcare, education, environment, humanitarian support and community development.
His involvement in the social sector has included leadership positions with organisations such as Rotary, Jain Social Group, the Madhya Pradesh Sarafa Association, Indian Red Cross Society and other community bodies. He currently serves as Assistant Governor of Rotary District 3040 for 2025–26 and as Vice President of the M.P. Sarafa Association.

Chhajed has also served as President of Rotary Club Ratlam Prime during 2019–20 and President of Jain Social Group Ratlam Youth during 2014–15. His organisational involvement further includes positions connected with human rights, youth initiatives, community welfare and social organisations.
A significant part of his public work has focused on practical support for people in need. Initiatives associated with his social-service activities have included healthcare campaigns for underprivileged citizens through street-corner medical support, educational infrastructure and environmental improvement.
One of the initiatives highlighted in a newspaper feature on his social work involved the development of a 2,000-square-foot building for a government school in the Dileep Nagar area of Ratlam. The initiative aimed to provide students with better and more permanent educational facilities.

His community work also became particularly visible during the COVID-19 lockdown. Through a COVID Response Group, he was involved in efforts to provide food, transportation, medicines and other essential support to people during a difficult period.
Awareness and civic initiatives have also formed part of his work. These included campaigns supporting Beti Bachao, anti-plastic awareness and environmental beautification. His activities have extended to animal welfare and other community-related causes.
Chhajed’s work has received recognition from various organisations. He has been associated with the Paul Harris Fellow recognition from The Rotary Foundation and received the Rotary District 3040 Diamond President Award in 2020. He has also received the Dainik Bhaskar Youth Icon Award, Corona Yoddha Ratna, and recognition from Jain Social Group for his contribution as Best Convener of JSG Ratlam Youth and as an Excellence Member of the JSGMP Region.
Rotary District 3040 has also recognised his work through the Best Chairman Happy School Project Award, while the Central Government and Railway Pensioner Association have honoured him for his contribution.

His business background has also received recognition. Chhajed Jewellers was honoured with Malwa Ke Ratn 2023 and Brand of Ratlam 2025, adding another dimension to the family business’s journey in the region.
The Bharat Shreshtha Ratna Sanman 2026 nomination therefore highlights a professional whose activities span business, organisational leadership and community service. For Chhajed, these areas have developed alongside each other, with his business background providing one foundation and his involvement in social organisations creating another platform for public engagement.

His journey reflects the growing importance of professionals who contribute to their communities while continuing their work in their respective industries. From leading social organisations and supporting public initiatives to remaining connected with the jewellery business in Ratlam, Chhajed has maintained a multi-dimensional professional profile.
As part of the India Republic Times Leadership Conclave Mumbai 2026, his nomination for the Bharat Shreshtha Ratna Sanman places his journey among those being highlighted for their contribution and leadership.
For Saurabh Chhajed, the recognition marks another milestone in a journey that combines entrepreneurship, organisational responsibility and a sustained association with social service.