Co-Founder & CEO
Global Sustainability Innovator
Dr. Yawer
Ali Shah
Co-Founder & CEO — AMA Herbal Group
An internationally recognised leader in herbal technologies and natural dye solutions, Dr. Yawer Ali Shah has steered AMA Herbal Group to become a global benchmark in sustainable textile innovation. With over a decade of ISO standards leadership, multiple national honours, and a vision anchored in ecological responsibility, he represents India's finest in green industry transformation.
"Development without sustainability is identical to expansion without conviction — a conviction of delivering a balanced ecosystem to future generations."
International Representation
Global Influence & ISO Leadership
Representing India as an ISO/TC38 Expert at international standards meetings across three continents, serving as Group Leader for developing global textile standards under the BIS Standards Panel, Government of India.
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Lyon
France
2015
ISO/TC38 International Standards Meeting — Inaugural Expert Representation
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ISO / TC38
Group Leader
BIS Standards Panel
Govt. of India
BIS Standards Panel
Govt. of India
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San Diego
USA
2017
ISO/TC38 International Standards Meeting — North American Forum
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Ponzano
Italy
2019
ISO/TC38 International Standards Meeting — European Standards Council
Measurable Impact
Global Sustainability Impact
Decades of leadership translated into measurable change across industries, standards bodies, and international platforms.
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Years of ISO Leadership
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Continents Represented
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Major Awards Received
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Global Forums Addressed
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Honorary Doctorate (USA)
Career Journey
Leadership Timeline
A decade of milestones shaping the future of sustainable textiles and herbal innovation.
🌍 2015 · ISO Standards
Began representing India as Expert on ISO/TC38 Panel under BIS Standards, Government of India — inaugural international meeting in Lyon, France.
📍 Lyon, France
2015
2017
🇺🇸 2017 · Group Leader
Represented India at ISO/TC38 International Standards Meeting as Group Leader for developing global textile standards.
📍 San Diego, USA
🇮🇹 2019 · European Council
Continued ISO/TC38 leadership at the European Standards Council — consolidating India's position in international textile standards.
📍 Ponzano, Italy
2019
2022
🏆 2022 · Triple Recognition
Featured on Cover Page of Industry Outlook Magazine. Received BIS Award from Hon. Minister Ashwini Kumar Choubey. Won Times Icon of Health Award.
🔬 2023 · Research & Awards
Presented "Energy-efficient dyeing with natural dyes" at ITMA Milan 2023. Published in Dun & Bradstreet Leading SMEs India. Won Times Business Award.
📍 Milan, Italy
2023
2024
🎓 2024 · Doctorate & Honours
Won ET Jewel: Leadership Excellence Award & Green Champion of the Year. Received Honorary Doctorate in Herbal Industry from Maryland University, USA.
🇮🇳 2025 · State Honour
Honoured at Times Leadership Awards 2025 by Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya & actor Kunal Kapoor.
2025
2026
🎤 2026 · TEDx Speaker
Featured as an Elite Speaker at TEDx AMU 2026 — addressing the future of natural dyes and sustainable textiles on a global platform.
Industry Leadership
Positions of Influence
Active leadership roles across India's most prominent industry bodies and trade associations.
Vice Chairman
Indian Industrial Association (IIA)
Elected Vice Chairman of the Lucknow Chapter, representing industrial stakeholders and driving policy advocacy for the MSME sector.
Vice President
Pradashiya Ayurvedic Drug Manufacturers Association (PADMA)
Senior leadership role steering the growth of Ayurvedic and herbal manufacturing standards across the region.
Executive Member
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Lucknow
Active Executive Member contributing to CII's industry development agenda, and keynote speaker at the CII UP MSME Conference 2024.
Recognition & Excellence
Awards & Honours
National and international recognition for decades of sustainable leadership and industrial excellence.
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Times Icon of Health Award
Times Group
2022
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ET Inspiring Leader Award
Economic Times
December 2022
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BIS Award 2022
Presented by Hon. Minister Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Govt. of India
2022
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Times Business Award
Times Group
2023
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ET Jewel: Leadership Excellence Award
Economic Times — Sustainable Business Practices
2024
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Green Champion of the Year
Sustainable NXT Awards 2024 — Apparel Resources, Le Méridien Gurugram
December 2024
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Times Leadership Awards Recognition
Times Group — Honoured by Deputy CM, UP
2025
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Honorary Doctorate — Herbal Industry
Maryland University, USA (Conferred in New Delhi)
2024
Thought Leadership
Research & Global Speaking
Pioneering research presented on the world's most prestigious platforms in sustainable textiles and natural dye science.
🔬 Research Paper
"Energy-Efficient Dyeing with Natural Dyes"
Textile Colourants & Chemicals Forum — ITMA 2023
Presented groundbreaking research on energy optimisation in natural dye processes at ITMA Milan 2023 — the world's largest textile technology exhibition. The paper bridges sustainability science with industrial scalability, establishing a new benchmark for eco-friendly dyeing practices.
📍 Milan, Italy | June 2023
🎤 Featured Speaker
The Future of Natural Dyes & Sustainable Textiles
TEDx AMU 2026
Selected as an elite speaker at TEDx Aligarh Muslim University 2026 — bringing the message of herbal innovation and ecological responsibility to a global audience through the iconic TED platform. A landmark recognition of his thought leadership in sustainable manufacturing.
🌐 TEDx Platform | 2026
📚 Publication
Dun & Bradstreet — Leading SMEs in India 2023
D&B India Annual Publication
Dr. Yawer Ali Shah's sustainable vision and forward-looking business strategy were published in the prestigious Dun & Bradstreet "Leading SMEs in India 2023" — placing AMA Herbal Group among India's most impactful small and medium enterprises driving global change.
📰 Published 2023 | National Recognition
Government & National Recognition
Honours & Felicitations
Distinguished recognition from the highest offices of government and national public life.
BIS Award 2022 — Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India
Felicitated with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Award by Hon. Mr. Ashwini Kumar Choubey,
Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India —
recognising his decade-long contribution to international standards development under ISO/TC38.
Times Leadership Awards 2025 — State Government Honour
Honoured by Shri Keshav Prasad Maurya, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh,
and acclaimed Bollywood actor Mr. Kunal Kapoor, at the Times Leadership Awards 2025 —
for his insightful leadership and distinguished contribution to India's sustainable industrial landscape.
Honorary Doctorate — Maryland University, USA
Received an Honorary Doctorate in the Herbal Industry from Maryland University, USA —
conferred in New Delhi, recognising his pioneering contributions to herbal science, natural dye innovation,
and sustainable industrial development at a global level.
Industry Outlook Magazine — Cover Story, April 2022
Featured on the Cover Page of Industry Outlook Magazine (April 2022 edition)
for his exceptional and measurable achievements in driving sustainability through herbal technologies —
one of India's most respected business and industry publications.
Award Ceremonies & Events
Awards Photo Gallery
Moments from national award ceremonies, international forums, and industry events.
Vision for the Future
A Manifesto for Sustainable Textiles
"Natural dyes are not just a tradition — they are the future of sustainable textiles."
Dr. Yawer Ali Shah | Co-Founder & CEO, AMA Herbal Group
ISO/TC38 Expert
International Standards — Textiles & Natural Dyes
AMA Herbal Group
Global Leader in Natural Textile Dyes
TEDx Speaker 2026
Sustainability Innovation Platform