Vasant Phadtare, CEO, Kavitsu Group, is a Mechanical engineering graduate and gold medalist from Walchand College, Sangli, one of the most prestigious institutions for mechanical engineering in India. With over 30 years of experience in the gearbox industry, he has independently developed sew ring bearing. This is one of the major products which is imported extensively, and thus, he has given the Indian market a substitute for import.

He is the reason behind Kavitsu?s inception, which is now a well-known brand in the gearbox industry all over the globe. He was one of the pioneers in bringing new planetary technology to India, where others were still dependent on the traditional Helical and worm gearbox technology. The manufacturing facility for slew bearings, started by him, is one of the finest in India, which also provides repair services, which is an edge over the competitors.

He is one of the respected entrepreneurs in western Maharashtra. His involvement in social activities has garnered him praises from various fields. Being the president of the Manufacturers Association, he ensured that the manufacturing industry got all the requirements fulfilled to grow in every possible manner.