Zafar Sareshwala

Zafar Yunus Sareshwala (born 9 December 1962) is an Indian businessman, owner of Parsoli Corporation, A member of the Tablighi Jamaat, Sareshwala has gained considerable public attention for being a close supporter and confidant of Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India.

Biography Sareshwala is a mechanical engineer by training and considered an expert in Islamic banking and finance. In 2001, he organised protests in Delhi against Quran burning by Hindu extremists.

He later claimed that engaging with Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would benefit Indian Muslims politically, citing several outcomes through his relationship with Modi. However, his position drew criticism from human rights groups and Muslim activists, with some accusing him of opportunism. In July 2013, Parsoli’s broker registration was cancelled for additional violations. His tenure ended in May 2018.

Personal life Zafar Sareshwala has three children.