Sundar Pichai’s love story began in India and continued till he became CEO of Google and still flourishing with immense support from his wife.
Anjali Pichai, from Kota, Rajasthan, has played a significant role in the remarkable journey of her husband, Sundar Pichai, the CEO of Alphabet, Google’s parent company. While Sundar Pichai is a globally recognized figure, few are aware of the key influence Anjali has had on his career and success.
Anjali & Sundar Pichai First Meet
Anjali and Sundar met while studying at IIT Kharagpur, where Anjali pursued a degree in chemical engineering. Their relationship grew during their university years which later turned into a lifelong partnership. After graduating, Anjali began her career at Accenture, where she worked for three years and later joined Intuit, where she currently serves as a Business Operations Manager.
Sundar Pichai Salary
Sundar Pichai is one of the highest-paid CEOs in the world, earning an annual salary of over ₹1,800 crore, with a compensation package of ₹1,869 crore in 2022, making him the highest-paid Indian CEO globally. His daily earnings amount to more than ₹5 crore. Despite receiving offers from major companies such as Twitter and Yahoo, Sundar credits Anjali who insisted him to stay with Google. This decision has led him to reach heights in his career.
The couple faced significant challenges early on, when Sundar Pichai moved to the U.S. for his career. Communication was difficult due to the high cost of long-distance calls at the time, but their bond remained strong. Anjali’s support and advice helped Sundar to make tough career choices, allowing him to stay with Google during critical moments.
Google’s Growth Under Sundar Pichai’s Leadership
Sundar has overseen Google’s growth, with the company’s stock surging by over 400% since he joined. With the rise of AI, Google continues his net worth is now approaching $1 billion (₹8,342 crore), putting him on track to become a billionaire.
While Sundar Pichai is the face of one of the world’s largest corporations, Anjali’s quiet yet impactful influence has been pivotal in shaping his career, making her a vital part of his success story.
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