Visionary Leadership

Visionary Leadership

Our Origins date back to 1922 when our patriarch played a key role in creating the master plan
for 550 acres of the suburb of Mulund. The company was formally established by Ramniklal Shah
in 1969, and has come a long way developing residential, commerical, retail, mixed and township
projects in the greater Mumbai area.

Our Origins date back to 1922 when our patriarch played a key role in creating the master plan for 550 acres of the suburb of Mulund. The company was formally established by Ramniklal Shah in 1969, and has come a long way developing residential, commerical, retail, mixed and township projects in the greater Mumbai area.

Mayur Shah,
Vice-Chairman, Marathon Nextgen Realty Ltd

BE – Civil Engineering, Mumbai University and
MS – Structural Engineering, University of Oklahoma, USA

Mayur R. Shah is a seasoned real estate leader, structural engineer and urban development strategist with over 37 years of experience. He has played a pivotal role in Marathon Group’s growth across residential, commercial, township and urban renewal developments and was among the early developers to enter Panvel’s township market and mill land redevelopment in Lower Parel.

Beyond Marathon, Mr. Shah has been actively involved in community welfare, including rehabilitation efforts after the 1993 Latur and 2001 Bhuj earthquakes, support for women empowerment programs through Mahila Gruha Udyog Lijjat Papad.

He has also championed healthcare access through charitable clinics and blood donation drives and supported student loan initiatives and educational institutions such as NEXT School in Mulund, where he serves as a trustee.

He is a former President of CREDAI-MCHI and remains an influential industry voice, with active involvement in organizations such as Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) and the Jain Jagruti Centre.

Chetan R Shah,
Chairman, Marathon Nextgen Realty Ltd

B.Tech. – Civil Engineering, IITand
M.S. – Structural Engineering,University of Houston, USA

Chetan R. Shah brings over three decades of leadership and technical expertise to Marathon Group. A structural engineer by training, he has played a key role in shaping the company’s growth across planning, execution, operations and finance, helping build Marathon’s reputation for engineering-led development and disciplined execution.

Beyond Marathon, he has also been actively involved in social welfare initiatives and has served as President of the Lions Club, reflecting the values of responsibility and social impact that continue to shape the Group’s ethos.

Mayur Shah,
Vice-Chairman, Marathon Nextgen Realty Ltd

BE – Civil Engineering, Mumbai University and
MS – Structural Engineering, University of Oklahoma, USA

Mayur R. Shah is a seasoned real estate leader, structural engineer and urban development strategist with over 37 years of experience. He has played a pivotal role in Marathon Group’s growth across residential, commercial, township and urban renewal developments and was among the early developers to enter Panvel’s township market and mill land redevelopment in Lower Parel.

Beyond Marathon, Mr. Shah has been actively involved in community welfare, including rehabilitation efforts after the 1993 Latur and 2001 Bhuj earthquakes, support for women empowerment programs through Mahila Gruha Udyog Lijjat Papad.

He has also championed healthcare access through charitable clinics and blood donation drives and supported student loan initiatives and educational institutions such as NEXT School in Mulund, where he serves as a trustee.

He is a former President of CREDAI-MCHI and remains an influential industry voice, with active involvement in organizations such as Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) and the Jain Jagruti Centre.

Chetan R Shah,
Chairman, Marathon Nextgen Realty Ltd

B.Tech. – Civil Engineering, IITand
M.S. – Structural Engineering,University of Houston, USA

Chetan R. Shah brings over three decades of leadership and technical expertise to Marathon Group. A structural engineer by training, he has played a key role in shaping the company’s growth across planning, execution, operations and finance, helping build Marathon’s reputation for engineering-led development and disciplined execution.

Beyond Marathon, he has also been actively involved in social welfare initiatives and has served as President of the Lions Club, reflecting the values of responsibility and social impact that continue to shape the Group’s ethos.

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Late R.Z.Shah,
Founder, Marathon

R.Z. Shah founded Marathon in 1969. He started the company as a social enterprise and most of his initial undertakings were on a not-for-profit basis. He has been deeply involved with the community and has served as the President of the Rotary Club (Mulund), Jain Sangh and SMPR High School.

Parmeet Shah,
Director, Marathon Group

BA – Economics, Yale University and MS, Columbia University, USA

Parmeet M. Shah plays a key role in Marathon Group’s design and affordable housing verticals. With academic training in economics and real estate from Yale University and Columbia University, he brings a strong strategic and design-led perspective to the business. He leads Marathon’s in-house design team and has helped drive innovation and efficiency across projects. He is also the Founder and CEO of NEXT School.

In addition to his professional and educational leadership, Mr. Shah is the author of the book The Purpose of Life, further reflecting his interest in thought leadership and personal growth.

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Late R.Z.Shah,
Founder, Marathon

R.Z. Shah founded Marathon in 1969. He started the company as a social enterprise and most of his initial undertakings were on a not-for-profit basis. He has been deeply involved with the community and has served as the President of the Rotary Club (Mulund), Jain Sangh and SMPR High School.

Parmeet Shah,
Director, Marathon Group

BA – Economics, Yale University and MS, Columbia University, USA

Parmeet M. Shah plays a key role in Marathon Group’s design and affordable housing verticals. With academic training in economics and real estate from Yale University and Columbia University, he brings a strong strategic and design-led perspective to the business. He leads Marathon’s in-house design team and has helped drive innovation and efficiency across projects. He is also the Founder and CEO of NEXT School.

In addition to his professional and educational leadership, Mr. Shah is the author of the book The Purpose of Life, further reflecting his interest in thought leadership and personal growth.

Samyag Shah,
Director, Marathon Group

B.Sc. – Economic Science,University of California,USA

Samyag M. Shah is a Director at Marathon Group and leads some of the Group’s key developments, including projects in Panvel and Lower Parel. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, San Diego. He plays an important role in strengthening customer experience and driving technology adoption across the business.

His focus spans design, construction, sales and post-possession engagement, helping Marathon evolve as a modern and customer-centric organization.

Mr. Shah also serves as the President of the MCHI Youth Wing, underlining his growing role in shaping the next generation of leadership in the real estate industry.

Kaivalya Shah,
Director, Marathon Group

B.E. – Structural Engineering,University of California,USA

Kaivalya C. Shah serves as a Director at Marathon Group and plays a leading role in project execution and urban renewal initiatives. With a background in Structural Engineering from the University of California, San Diego, he brings strong technical expertise and a hands-on approach to the business.

He has been instrumental in driving NeoHomes, Marathon’s slum rehabilitation and redevelopment initiative in Bhandup, focused on creating quality housing and enabling inclusive urban renewal. He has also contributed to the execution of several key projects across the Mumbai region, including developments in Mulund, Dombivli and Badlapur. His technical acumen and execution-focused approach continue to support the Group’s growth across complex and large-scale developments.

Samyag Shah,
Director, Marathon Group

B.Sc. – Economic Science,University of California,USA

Samyag M. Shah is a Director at Marathon Group and leads some of the Group’s key developments, including projects in Panvel and Lower Parel. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, San Diego. He plays an important role in strengthening customer experience and driving technology adoption across the business.

His focus spans design, construction, sales and post-possession engagement, helping Marathon evolve as a modern and customer-centric organization.

Mr. Shah also serves as the President of the MCHI Youth Wing, underlining his growing role in shaping the next generation of leadership in the real estate industry.

Kaivalya Shah,
Director, Marathon Group

B.E. – Structural Engineering,University of California,USA

Kaivalya C. Shah serves as a Director at Marathon Group and plays a leading role in project execution and urban renewal initiatives. With a background in Structural Engineering from the University of California, San Diego, he brings strong technical expertise and a hands-on approach to the business.

He has been instrumental in driving NeoHomes, Marathon’s slum rehabilitation and redevelopment initiative in Bhandup, focused on creating quality housing and enabling inclusive urban renewal. He has also contributed to the execution of several key projects across the Mumbai region, including developments in Mulund, Dombivli and Badlapur. His technical acumen and execution-focused approach continue to support the Group’s growth across complex and large-scale developments.

Want to be a Marathonite?

If you’re looking for personal and professional growth in the real estate space, Marathon Group is
the place to be at. With a young , dynamic and highly engaged workforce creating waves in the
sector, we’re sure you will love working at Marathon.

Want to be a Marathonite?

if you’re looking for personal and professional growth in the real estate space, Marathon Group is the place to be at. With a young , dynamic and highly engaged workforce creating waves in the sector, we’re sure you will love working at Marathon.