Quick Info
| Profession | Business Executive |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 16/03/1967 |
| Age | 59 years |
| Birthplace | Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
Latest News about Ashish Chauhan
Ashish Kumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), proposed minimum qualifying criteria for participation in the Futures and Options (F&O) segment to curb overspeculation and protect small investors. Speaking at the FIA Conference in Mumbai, Chauhan highlighted regulatory concerns about excessive retail speculation and rising losses among people from lower strata of society, suggesting safeguards similar to those in the US and Singapore.
Ashish Kumar Chauhan addressed the 'IMC Bharat Calling Conference 2026' in Mumbai, stating that India is poised for a major leap in artificial intelligence (AI) and is on track to become the world's leading AI adopter and a global services powerhouse. He emphasized India's leverage of advanced manufacturing, AI, robotics, biotech, and semiconductors to strengthen its global position, supported by a young, tech-savvy population and new bilateral ties.
Ashishkumar Chauhan was presented with the 'One World One Family Global Leadership Award' at the NSE headquarters. This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate ethical leadership and innovation that drive positive change. Earlier in November, Chauhan also received the first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award by Regulation Asia at the Awards for Excellence 2025 ceremony in Singapore, acknowledging his contributions to India's and global financial markets.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Ashish Kumar Chauhan |
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| Known For | Being appointed as the Managing Director and CEO of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) after a clearance from Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm (5’ 5”) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) | 1985-1989 |
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| Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM) | 1989-1991 |
Personal Life
| School | Diwan Ballubhai Madhyamik School, Paldi, Ahmedabad |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | Not Known |
Family
| Spouse | Sonal Chauhan | ||||
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| Children | He has one son. | ||||
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. The Chancellor of the University of Allahabad is a distinguished individual. | |
| 2. They hold the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). | |
| 3. Their role extends to being a member of the Governing Council of IIM Raipur. | |
| 4. This individual is recognized as the father of modern financial derivatives in India. | |
| 5. They possess expertise in financial market policies, information technology, organized retail, telecommunications, and Indian social issues. | |
| 6. He was instrumental in the establishment of the NSE and contributed to the automation of India's stock markets, including the launch of screen-based trading, satellite telecom systems, the Nifty index and derivatives trading. |