Anilbhai M. Naik was born in 1942 in Endhal, Gujarat. He graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering and joined Larsen & Toubro (L&T) in 1965 as a junior engineer. Over decades, he rose through the ranks to become Managing Director and CEO in 1999, and Chairman in 2003. Naik is deeply committed to social upliftment and charity work through educational and health initiatives. He supports skill training, school building, and provides assistance to hospitals in Gujarat. Naik has received several prestigious awards for his leadership and contributions to industry and society.