Entrepreneurship is often spoken about in terms of ambition, speed, and scale, but for Mr. Pankaj Mishra, entrepreneurship has always been about ownership, control, and purpose. As the Founder of the P N D Group, which includes P N D Global Logistics, P N D Maritime Pvt. Ltd., and the FMCG brand Bakeats, his journey reflects a rare blend of technical expertise, lived experience, and the courage to build institutions from the ground up. At just 38 years of age, Pankaj Mishra represents a new generation of Indian entrepreneurs who combine operational depth with long-term vision.
The foundation of this journey was laid long before the first company was incorporated. From being an introverted schoolboy to navigating diverse roles as a corporate professional, professor, defence aspirant, and finally an entrepreneur, Pankaj Mishra’s life has been shaped by continuous learning and reinvention. He completed his Mechanical Engineering and went on to earn a Gold Medal in Industrial Engineering and Management, achievements that reflect his analytical mindset and discipline. His professional exposure at organisations such as Wipro, Lava International, and Delhivery provided him with deep insight into logistics, team leadership, and large-scale operations, experiences that would later become the backbone of his entrepreneurial success.
For a significant period, Pankaj also taught engineering students while preparing for the SSB examination, reflecting his inclination toward discipline, structure, and service. Yet, despite the stability and respect these paths offered, the aspiration to build something of his own remained stronger. He believed deeply in the idea of creating opportunities rather than merely occupying one. This desire, combined with strong problem-solving skills and a practical outlook, gave him the confidence to step into entrepreneurship at the age of 32.
The turning point came when Pankaj Mishra, along with his co-founder Mr. Amit Chaudhary, identified a fundamental inefficiency in the logistics industry. Businesses were excessively dependent on intermediaries, leading to delays, higher costs, and limited control. Having experienced these pain points firsthand during his corporate years, Pankaj understood that true value lay in offering end-to-end logistics solutions under one umbrella. This insight led to the formation of P N D Global Logistics on 2nd August 2019, with a starting capital of ₹50 lakhs and a clear intent to simplify global trade for Indian businesses.
The early days were challenging. Regulatory complexities, financial pressure, and the task of building trust in a competitive industry tested the resilience of the founders. As a first-generation entrepreneur with no inherited business background, Pankaj faced skepticism from peers and industry players alike. Yet, patience, precision, and consistency became his guiding principles. By directly registering with major shipping lines and eliminating third-party dependencies, P N D Global Logistics began offering faster, more reliable, and cost-effective logistics solutions. Today, the company stands profitable with a turnover of ₹35 crore, reflecting the strength of its operational model.
P N D Global Logistics has grown into a comprehensive logistics partner offering freight forwarding, shipping, customs clearance, and multimodal transport solutions. Its capabilities span air and ocean transport for full container loads, less-than-container loads, over-dimension cargo, and perishable goods. With 24×7 customs clearance support, expertise in import-export documentation, bond transfers, duty refunds, and operations across FTWZ and SEZ zones, the company has positioned itself as a dependable backbone for businesses engaged in global trade. Internal logistics, container trucking, and coastal shipping further enhance its ability to reduce costs and congestion while improving efficiency.
As the business scaled, Pankaj Mishra identified another opportunity to strengthen operational control. The launch of P N D Maritime Pvt. Ltd. marked a strategic expansion into company-owned cargo containers, allowing the group to manage container availability, pricing stability, and service reliability more effectively. This move reinforced the group’s commitment to offering complete control across the logistics value chain, reducing uncertainties for clients and enhancing long-term sustainability.
While logistics formed the foundation of the P N D Group, Pankaj’s entrepreneurial vision extended beyond a single industry. The launch of Bakeats, the group’s FMCG arm, reflects his belief that quality should never be exclusive. Conceived as a premium yet accessible bakery brand, Bakeats was created to deliver export-level cookies and bakery products to both Indian and global markets. Manufactured in a fully in-house, high-capacity facility in Noida capable of producing approximately 14 tonnes per day, Bakeats focuses on freshness, hygiene, and consistency.
What sets Bakeats apart is its uncompromising approach to ingredients and process. With a strict no-palm-oil philosophy and the use of premium raw materials, the brand challenges the notion that mass-market products must compromise on quality. Despite being only five months old, Bakeats has already launched multiple cookie variants and rusks, with rapid expansion through domestic distribution and exports. By offering export-quality products at accessible price points, Bakeats aligns strongly with the Made in India vision, carrying Indian-made products to markets such as the UAE and New Zealand, with more destinations on the horizon.
Beyond numbers and expansion, the impact of the P N D Group is deeply human. With over 100 employees across logistics operations and manufacturing units, the organisation supports the livelihoods and aspirations of more than 100 families. Pankaj Mishra views business as a responsibility as much as an opportunity, believing that sustainable growth must create value not only for clients but also for employees and society at large.
Leadership, for Pankaj, is rooted in trust and approachability. As a millennial entrepreneur, he brings a modern leadership style that prioritises listening, problem-solving, and collaboration over hierarchy. His focus on solutions rather than blame fosters a positive work culture, encouraging loyalty and accountability. This approach, combined with discipline and clarity, has helped him build teams that grow alongside the organisation.
The entrepreneurial journey has also been shaped by personal challenges. Balancing family responsibilities, financial risks, and professional pressure tested his resolve during the early years. Yet, these experiences strengthened his focus and reinforced his values. Pankaj firmly believes that time, when managed with patience and consistency, becomes the strongest force in entrepreneurship.
Inspired by leaders like Ratan Tata, whose values, humility, and long-term thinking continue to guide him, Pankaj Mishra remains committed to building brands that earn trust over time. His learnings from entrepreneurship emphasise adaptability, the courage to step out of comfort zones, and the importance of building strong teams alongside strong products.
Looking ahead, the future of the P N D Group is defined by expansion with control. Plans include scaling the container fleet under P N D Maritime, strengthening global trade routes, and growing Bakeats into a nationally recognised FMCG brand with significant export presence. Each step forward is guided by the same principle that started it all—the belief that ownership, quality, and intent create lasting success.
For aspiring entrepreneurs, Pankaj Mishra’s message is simple yet powerful: there is no fixed playbook. Take advice, trust your instincts, move fast, stay humble, and remain consistent. In a world of rapid change, it is clarity of purpose and commitment to quality that ultimately define impact.
Through P N D Group, Pankaj Mishra continues to build not just businesses, but ecosystems that enable growth, opportunity, and trust—one container, one product, and one decision at a time.
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