Surender Kandhari: On Building DUBAI's First Gurudwara & a Global Empire | Simarpreet Singh TJWS#48

Welcome to Episode #48 of: The Journey Podcast with Simarpreet Singh (TJWS).

🎙️ Today’s episode features SURENDER SINGH KANDHARI, a pioneering entrepreneur, community leader, and one of the most respected Sikh figures in the UAE — known for his remarkable role in shaping the Sikh presence in Dubai and for building the first Gurudwara in the UAE.

In this deeply inspiring and historic conversation, we explore a journey that spans continents, cultures, faith, and entrepreneurship:

🔹 Growing up in Hyderabad — early life & values
🔹 Moving to the UAE when Dubai was still taking shape
🔹 The name Dubai gave him and what it truly means
🔹 The reality of Dubai 50 years ago vs today
🔹 His entrepreneurial journey in an unfamiliar land
🔹 The vision behind building the first Gurudwara in Dubai
🔹 Challenges, permissions & faith behind the Gurudwara’s creation
🔹 Leadership, community service & legacy

This episode is not just about success — it’s about faith, patience, cultural harmony, and building something that outlives you. A must-watch for entrepreneurs, NRIs, youth, and anyone seeking inspiration from real-life journeys.

🎬 CHAPTERS
0:00 Precap & Intro
4:25 First Move to UAE: Al Dobowi Story
7:00 Roots in South India
16:45 Vision Behind the First Gurudwara in UAE
20:00 Challenges & Process to Build Dubai Gurudwara
24:40 3 Conditions of the Ruler
29:25 Funding & Naming of the Gurudwara
36:36 Dubai 50 Years Ago — The Reality
40:40 Building a Global Empire: Al Dobowi Group
42:00 How Dubai Evolved— Why the World Is Moving There?
45:32 Advice for a Successful Move to Dubai
46:50 Acceptance & Tolerance in the UAE
48:10 Recognition of Community Service
50:45 Entrepreneurship, Failures, Legacy & Gratitude
57:00 Conflicts & Wealth Destruction in Business
58:30 Outro
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