My Silk Road

Ram Gidoomal, Pippa Rann Books (2022)

Hardback – £25

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Ram Gidoomal’s new book is due to be published in August/September.

Readers of Concern may know much of Ram’s story but will be fascinated by this rich account of the many facets of his life and how they are woven together. For example, if you have enjoyed the music of ‘Asia Worships’ or ‘Songs of the Kingdom’, you will be intrigued to discover their connection with his family’s earliest history. And much more in this book to delight, encourage and give thanks to God.

A rich boy turned refugee tells the story of coming full circle to succeed in ways far beyond his imagination.

Born into a family of silk traders that had fled the partition of India and Pakistan, Ram’s early life in Mombasa nevertheless seemed charmed with wealth and success.

Losing all of that overnight at the age of 17 through a second deportation, this time from Kenya to the UK, he saw the course of his life change beyond recognition.

Starting from scratch, working tirelessly, and fighting to overcome every obstacle, Ram finally succeeded in gaining back wealth and reputation.

But, on reaching his late thirties, an unusual day trip in Mumbai changed his life forever, transforming him from someone enriching himself and his shareholders to someone enriching the world. And this time, the change was his choice.

He has worked for over 30 years at board and senior management level in the private, public, and voluntary sectors.

The most recent of the numerous recognitions for his many books and other contributions, including Honorary Doctorates from three UK universities. has been his inclusion in Highflyers50 – the 50 most eminent people of Indian origin living and working outside India.

In 1998, HM The Queen appointed him CBE.