Dr. Avinash Phadke started SRL Pathology in 1985 after completing his MD in pathology, growing it to conduct 20,000 tests daily across 19-20 cities in India through partnerships and expansion. Seeking to further expand across India, he partnered with Mr. Ajay Piramal of Piramal Group for funding, with Piramal Group taking a 60% partnership stake in SRL Pathology. Dr. Phadke credits his success to guidance from senior doctors during his studies at KEM Hospital and Tata Cancer Hospital, many of whom later joined SRL Pathology.