Development In Real Estate | Sanju Thakran | TEDxSGU

Sanju Thakran describes entering the logistics and real estate industry at 22 with no prior experience or family business in the sector. After startup setbacks during COVID-19, he returned to India and worked through criticism and industry challenges. His talk urges young entrepreneurs to turn problems into motivation, believe in themselves, and treat obstacles as chances to grow. The project he leads, Thakran Logistic Park (TLP), is a warehousing development near the KMP Expressway, Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and NH-48 in Haryana.

• Entering logistics and real estate at age 22
• Startup failures during COVID-19 and return to India
• Message on turning problems into fuel and self-belief

In this inspiring TEDx Talk, Sanju Thakran, Founder and Director of Thakur Logistic Park, shares his remarkable journey of entering the logistics and real estate industry at just 22, despite having no prior experience or family business background in the sector. After facing startup failures during COVID-19, he returned to India with a clear vision, overcame criticism and industry challenges, and worked towards building successful business projects through determination, continuous learning, and self-belief. Through his journey, Sanju delivers a powerful message to young entrepreneurs and aspiring leaders: “Turn Your Problems into Fuel.” He highlights the importance of believing in yourself before others do, staying focused on your vision, and treating obstacles as opportunities for growth. His talk reminds us that success is not simply about luck, but about consistent effort, resilience, and the courage to pursue what others may consider impossible. Sanju Thakran is a real estate and logistics infrastructure professional and serves as the Director of Thakran Logistic Park (TLP), a warehousing and logistics development located near the KMP Expressway, Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and NH-48 in Haryana. Through his leadership at Thakran Logistic Park, Sanju Thakran is associated with the development of modern warehousing infrastructure designed to support the evolving requirements of businesses and supply chains. TLP is being developed across an 85-acre land parcel, with its first phase planned to include approximately 5.22 lakh sq. ft. of development, including dedicated warehousing spaces designed for operational efficiency and scalability. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx