About

Mr. Benni Vazhappillil serves as a Director of Rashtra Deepika Ltd., the public limited company that publishes Deepika, a historic and influential Malayalam-language newspaper from Kerala, India. His appointment as a Director was effective from September 23, 2022. His position links him to the management of one of India's oldest continually published newspapers, which holds significant cultural and social sway, particularly among the Malayali community. Corporate records also indicate he previously held the position of Additional Director on the board of the same company, showcasing a sustained involvement with the media organization.

Mr. Benni Vazhappillil is a highly successful global entrepreneur primarily known for his impactful business ventures in Indonesia, where he is a key figure in the coal mining industry. As the head of PT Kaltim Global Company, his influence extends beyond corporate leadership; he serves as the President of the Miners Association of North Bengkulu Province, Indonesia, and is an executive committee member of the India Club. Hailing from Kerala, India, Mr. Vazhappillil is also a dedicated philanthropist, whose significant contributions to the Malayali community abroad were formally recognized when he was honored with the prestigious Garshom Pravasi Ratna Award in 2020. He frequently leverages his extensive experience as a global business leader by sharing rich insights through various speaking engagements.

Mr. Vazhappillil has also branched into supporting the promotion of cultural initiatives. His involvement with the film Diés Iraé, a 2025 Malayalam-language horror thriller, is highlighted by the poster noting the film's status as the "First Malayalam Movie Release in Indonesia" presented as a "Benny Vazhappillil Initiative". This demonstrates his commitment to bridging the culture of his native Kerala with his influential base in Indonesia, further building on his philanthropic efforts that earned him the Garshom Pravasi Ratna Award in 2020.