Proved my Principal wrong by topping in studies: Lakshmi Mittal

Recollecting memories of his days as a student,Mittal said he was initially denied admission in the college as he could not speak English.

8220;I came from a Hindi medium school8230; the Principal felt that I would not fit into an English medium college. Though I was top in my class in school and I got admission in other colleges,but I really wanted to study in St. Xavier8217;s. So I kept on knocking his door every day and finally he gave up and I promised him that I will be a good student and which I did,8221; he said in an interview to NDTV.

Mittal said it was a challenge for him to prove the Principal wrong and it gave him a lot of learning and helped him become a successful businessman.

8220;8230;I really dedicated myself that I have to accept this challenge and continue to work hard and focus on the studies.

And this is a learning in the business life that first of all you need to have commitment,dedication and passion for what you are doing8221;,he said.

Mittal also ranks among the world8217;s top-100 wealthiest people on the Forbes8217; list,featuring at 41st position with a net worth of USD 16.5 billion.

He founded Mittal Steel Company formerly the LNM Group in 1976. In 2006,Mittal Steel was merged with Arcelor to form ArcelorMittal.

He is a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan,India8217;s second highest civilian honour,and a Forbes Lifetime Achievement Award.