Harpinder Singh Narula

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Harpinder Singh Narula
BornDecember 1953 (age 70)
NationalityIndian
Occupationbusinessman
Titlechairman of DS Constructions
SpouseSurina
Children Herman Narula

Harpinder Singh Narula (born December 1953) [1] is a UK-based Indian businessman, the chairman of DS Constructions. [2] [3]

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Career

He has been responsible for major construction work in Iran, Libya, and Kuwait. [2]

In 1996, he was the recipient of a National Citizens award from Mother Teresa, for initiatives and innovation in social construction projects. [4]

Personal life

Map of Hyver Hall, c. 1960 Hyver Hall map.jpg
Map of Hyver Hall, c. 1960

He is married to Surina, a society hostess, and they live in Hertfordshire, England. [2] In 1991, he bought Hyver Hall, a grade II-listed mansion in Arkley, Hertfordshire. [5] [6] [7]

His son Herman Narula is CEO of the London tech company Improbable. [8] [9]

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