MGL Group was founded in 2012 by Chetan Lila and has been growing ever since.
Lila studied in Perth, Australia as an engineer and gained a wealth of experience in the precast engineering field. He soon realised the opportunity to supply precast drafting services to Australian companies using the skills and labour available back in India, and so MGL was started.
Over time he built a team of like minded professionals around him allowing us to expand and MGL Group was formed. We now offer precast concrete drafting, mechanical drafting, civil drafting, architectural drafting, accounting services, blockchain services and cloud services with plans to build new departments in the future.
We believe that good business flows out of good relationships, trust and communication and we currently have more than 30 clients across 3 countries and are always looking for new opportunities to grow and develop our business.
Meet the team
Chetan Lila
Founder
After completing his engineering studies in Australia, Lila founded MGL Group when he saw the opportunity to use the skill base in India to complete high-quality work at a competitive rate. Lila is passionate about business, passionate about his clients and passionate about his workers. As an entrepreneur and visionary, he is constantly working to improve and expand MGL. Lila is a proud father and husband and enjoys walks with his wife, nights watching Landline and networking with like-minded people.
Piyush “PP” Patel
Piyush has been with MGL since the very start. He got his education and initial work experience in New Zealand in 3D Animation and Computer Application, before teaching Graphics, Web Designing and Animation. His 10+ years of experience with MGL and working with many different Australian architects has given him valuable insights of the Australian Architectural industry. He is a family guy and loves craftwork, sketching, and creating 3D models.
Tapan Joshi
Tapan has been dedicated to MGL for the past 7 years and considers it his second family. He began his career as a mining engineer, but developed a strong interest in precast. Gradually, he took on responsibilities in the precast division at MGL and has now become the Head of the Precast Department. Known for his humble and genuine nature, Tapan is highly respected both professionally and personally. He is currently based in Perth, Australia.
Vishal Pambhar
Vishal joined MGL in 2021, excited to expand their capabilities into the Mechanical Engineering sector. Throughout his career, Vishal has worked with some of the biggest names in the UK aerospace sector and has worked with several engineering companies across the UK & India. He brings his extensive industry experience to the work he supplies for his Australian clients. In his spare time, Vishal enjoys reading and teaching, and is a keen traveller.
Vishal Pandya
Vishal studied and worked in the accounting sector in Australia for 7+ years. Upon returning to India, Vishal gained exposure in a leading outsourcing firm. He then brought this deep experience in to MGL Group to head up the Accounting Division. Over the course of many years, Vishal has built amazing relationships with his clients that share mutual trust and support to complete high-quality work. He also works hard to empower and upskill his team of accountants. After work, he enjoys playing cricket, badminton and watching movies with his family.
Roger Hartley
Sales
Roger is the founder of a consulting business with a heart to bridge the gap between India and the world. MGL has engaged his skills and services to make use of his extensive experience in, and heart for, India. Originally from the UK, Roger is married to an Australian and they are raising their two girls in India. He currently heads up the sales team, spending time on the phone having a good chat with prospective clients. Roger is an avid cycler, lover of traditional Gujarati food and enjoys spending time with his family.
Minal Shukla
Dr. Minal Shukla is recently working in industry as a Blockchain project manager with cryptography expertise, in Blockchain department of MGL Group Rajkot. She is also having academic experience of more than 13 years. She is a research supervisor, in Marwadi University and her area of specialization is graph theory. She has completed her Ph.D. from department of mathematics, Saurashtra University, Rajkot, Gujarat, India. She has published 13 research papers in various national and international journals. She is a life member of various mathematical bodies and also editorial board member of national and international journals .She is a life member of Ramanujan Mathematical Society, Indian Mathematical Society and Academy of discrete mathematics. She is also editorial board member of international journal for innovative research in multidisciplinary field and international journal of research Culture Society.
Pratik Gohil
Civil engineer
Pratik Gohil has been an integral part of MGL for the past 12 years, playing a key role in the company’s ongoing growth and success. A true professional at heart, he prefers working from the office where he feels most productive, and consistently gives his work the highest priority. Over the years, Pratik has been directly involved in the design and development of more than 400 units — a remarkable achievement that reflects his commitment, expertise, and attention to detail. One of Pratik’s greatest strengths is his ability to deeply understand both the client’s vision and the technical aspects of each project. This unique balance enables him to deliver solutions that are not only technically sound but also perfectly tailored to the client’s needs. His work is known for its precision, reliability, and consistency, making him a vital asset to the team. At MGL, Pratik is responsible for overseeing all local projects, ensuring smooth coordination and timely execution. His calm demeanor, problem-solving attitude, and unwavering dedication set a strong example for others. He is also widely respected for his humble nature and kind heart, earning the trust and admiration of colleagues, clients, and partners alike.
Jaydeep (JD)
IT
Jaydeep (fondly known as JD) joined MGL in 2014 as an IT Manager and has since become one of the most versatile members of the team. From the very beginning, JD has demonstrated a deep passion for his work, consistently going above and beyond what is expected. He has never been the type to watch the clock — whether it’s early morning or late night, his only concern is ensuring that the task at hand is completed with perfection. His sense of responsibility and commitment to quality work has earned him great respect within the organization. What sets JD apart is his ability to seamlessly adapt to changing roles and responsibilities. While his primary expertise lies in IT, over the years he has taken on a wide variety of roles within MGL, contributing meaningfully to multiple departments and initiatives. He is a true multitasker, capable of balancing numerous tasks at once without compromising on quality. strong technical knowledge, and humble attitude make him not just a valuable team member, but also someone everyone enjoys working with.