Guwahati, India — August 30, 2025 — Mehul Patel, widely known as Mr.Paanwala and celebrated as the Paan King of USA, has been awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year title at the prestigious 7th TIA Awards 2025. This achievement marks Patel’s second national recognition, following his 2022 win when Paan Casa received the award for Best Innovation in Food Business.
Together, these honors emphasize his rise as a visionary who has successfully transformed paan into a luxury, tobacco-free, global culinary experience.
“Winning this award is not just a personal honor, it’s proof that tradition, when combined with innovation, can find its place on the world stage,” said Mehul Patel, Founder of Mr.Paanwala and Paan Casa. “In 2022, we were recognized for innovation. In 2025, we are being recognized for leadership and entrepreneurship. This journey belongs to everyone who believed in us.”
Patel’s entrepreneurial milestones include:
Beyond business, Patel actively champions education, anti-tobacco awareness, and Indian-American cultural initiatives, reinforcing his role as a socially conscious entrepreneur.
The 7th TIA Awards 2025, organized by the Indian Awaz Foundation and powered by Pixxel Monk Productions, recognized leaders shaping India’s entrepreneurial future. Patel’s recognition as Entrepreneur of the Year reflects not only his personal growth but also the growing global resonance of Indian heritage in contemporary business.
Contact:
Phone: +1 215-264-2939
Email: info@mrpaanwala.com
Website: https://mrpaanwala.com
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