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Billionaire Byju’s fight turns personal as Ranjan Pai and Ronnie Screwvala clash over assets
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Published on 24 April 2026
A “walkover” flips fast as another billionaire jumps in
What began as a likely win for Ranjan Pai in the battle over Byju’s assets has escalated into a high-stakes billionaire showdown. Ronnie Screwvala’s sudden entry turns a perceived walkover into a contested fight, with both investors bringing significant education-linked interests. The outcome could reshape control of assets tied to the collapsed ed-tech giant.
- Ranjan Pai’s bid faced an unexpected challenger in Ronnie Screwvala
- What looked like a walkover became a direct billionaire clash
- Both contenders have major interests in education
- Control of Byju’s assets may hinge on this standoff
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The Economic Times