The 100 NRIs – 2026: Tariq Chauhan, Co-Founder and Group CEO, EFS Facilities Services Group
Tariq Chauhan
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This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region.
As the Co-Founder and Group CEO of EFS Facilities Services Group, Tariq Chauhan has been instrumental in transforming the company from a regional operator into one of the most influential facilities management organisations across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and beyond.
Under Chauhan’s leadership, EFS has experienced significant growth, expanding from humble origins to a presence in over 25 countries. The company now employs tens of thousands of professionals managing large-scale facilities, critical infrastructure, and complex service operations. Renowned for its operational excellence, EFS is also recognised for its strong ethical standards and commitment to workforce empowerment.
Under his guidance, EFS has embraced a “People First” leadership philosophy, fostering a culture centred on workforce empowerment, ethical practices, and operational excellence. This approach has driven the company’s expansion across the GCC, South Asia, Africa, and Turkey, earning multiple industry awards for service quality and innovation.
Beyond his corporate achievements, Chauhan is esteemed as a thought leader in business transformation, inclusive leadership, and sustainable workforce development. He actively writes, speaks, and mentors, offering practical insights on resilience, organisational culture, and adapting to rapidly evolving markets. His dedication to social impact is reflected in his philanthropic initiatives that focus on education, skills enhancement, and uplifting blue-collar communities.
One of Chauhan’s fundamental beliefs is that frontline employees are the heartbeat of the facilities management industry. He has championed initiatives focused on worker welfare, training, career growth, and inclusion; ensuring that the organisation’s success leads to better livelihoods and opportunities for its staff. This human-centric approach has contributed to EFS’s high retention rates, increased productivity, and strengthened client trust.
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This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region.
As the Co-Founder and Group CEO of EFS Facilities Services Group, Tariq Chauhan has been instrumental in transforming the company from a regional operator into one of the most influential facilities management organisations across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, and beyond.
Under Chauhan’s leadership, EFS has experienced significant growth, expanding from humble origins to a presence in over 25 countries. The company now employs tens of thousands of professionals managing large-scale facilities, critical infrastructure, and complex service operations. Renowned for its operational excellence, EFS is also recognised for its strong ethical standards and commitment to workforce empowerment.
