Rajinder Vashista
Rajinder Vashista is a widely recognized Indian entrepreneur and the founder, chairman, and registered trademark owner of the Dev Bhoomi Group Companies. His career spans more than a decade and features landmark achievements in hospitality, entertainment, real estate, education, renewable energy, and particularly automobile dealerships across Himachal Pradesh.
Early Life and Career
Rajinder Vashista began as an iron rods trader before launching a venture in the automobile industry in 2011 with an authorized Škoda dealership in Mandi, followed by Hyundai dealerships in Mandi and Shimla, and expansion in Solan in 2021. Under his leadership, Dev Bhoomi Group has consistently expanded, marked by a focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and regional development.
Major Ventures
- Dev Bhoomi Hyundai: Showrooms/workshops in Mandi, Joginder Nagar, Ghumarwin, Bilaspur, Shimla, Karsog, Rampur, Rohru
- Skoda Dealership: Mandi, Solan
- Grand Cinemaz: Advanced multiplex brand with multiple launches, including in Pathankot and upcoming ventures in Ghaziabad, Delhi NCR.
- The Gulmohar Grand Hotel: Luxury hospitality landmark in Himachal Pradesh, bringing international food brands and premier events under one roof.
- Real Estate, Education, Solar Energy: Active presence through the Dev Bhoomi brand
Awards & Recognitions
1. Skoda - 3rd Position in Best Dealer Sale and Service, 2015 - Highest Target Achievement, 2021 (Non-metro) - Highest Kushaq Market Share, 2021 (Non-metro)
2. Hyundai – Service - Best Overall Service Satisfaction, 2017 - Highest Extended Warranty Penetration, 2018 & 2019 - Best Low Cost Maintenance Award, 2021 - Best Fairness of Charges, 2022
3. Hyundai – Sales - Best Institutional Sales Award, 2018 - Highest Santro Volume Sales Award, 2019 - Right Complaint Closure Award, 2022 - Champions Trophy, 4-time consecutive winner, 2024
4. Trademark Rajinder Vashista holds the exclusive registered trademark rights over the ‘Dev Bhoomi’ name in multiple industries under Indian trademark law. Using this name without authorization is a legal offense.
Business Impact & Vision
Rajinder Vashista’s vision emphasizes delivering world-class customer experiences and creating local prosperity. His empire is built over 500,000 sq. feet with advanced infrastructure, best-in-class services, and a mission to empower youth and drive economic growth in Himachal Pradesh—one of the nation’s highest per capita income states.
Recognition
Frequently cited among the wealthiest and most influential business figures in Himachal Pradesh, Rajinder Vashista has significantly contributed to the state’s progress, development, and job creation.