Quick Info
| Profession | Real Estate Investor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 13/10/1945 |
| Age | 80 years |
| Birthplace | Agra, Uttar Pradesh |
Latest News about Arvinder Singh Bahal
03/08/2025
Arvinder Singh Bahal flew to the edge of space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard NS-34 mission launched from West Texas. At age 80, the Agra-born real estate investor and adventurer became one of the oldest civilians of Indian origin to cross the Karman line, joining crew members including Turkish businessman Gökhan Erdem, Puerto Rican meteorologist Deborah Martorell, English philanthropist Lionel Pitchford, and entrepreneur J.D. Vance. The suborbital flight provided a few minutes of weightlessness and views of Earth, capping his lifetime of global exploration across all 196 countries.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Arvinder "Arvi" Singh Bahal |
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| Nickname | Arvi |
| Religion | Sikhism |
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Brown |
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| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| National Defence Academy (1962, left due to polo accident) |
Personal Life
| Naturalized US citizen since 1979 (obtained Green Card in 1977) | |
| Resides in Beverly, Massachusetts, US | |
| Holds a private pilot's license and flies helicopters | |
| Fluent in six languages | |
| Has visited all 196 countries across all seven continents | |
| Has been to both the North and South Poles | |
| Maintains an archive of over one million photographs | |
| Author of travel literature including 'The Tireless Traveler' |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 1979 |
Family
| Spouse | Pamela |
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| Grandchildren | 4 |
Career
| Overview | Arvinder Singh Bahal began his career after a pivotal moment when he immigrated to the US in 1975 with just $108. He started in real estate, which allowed him the freedom to travel extensively. By 1979, he became a US citizen. Throughout his career, he has also ventured into fashion, sportswear, and hospitality. He currently serves as the president of Bahal Properties, a thriving real estate company operating in America. |
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| Early Career | Joined India's National Defence Academy in 1962 but left due to a polo accident that caused partial hearing loss. Worked on a Scottish-owned tea plantation in Darjeeling for nearly four years. Started a garment manufacturing business near Delhi by 1970. Founded Bahal Properties in 1975. |
Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/arvinder-bahal-24242519/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Grew up in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 2. Joined India’s National Defence Academy in 1962 but left due to a polo accident that caused hearing loss. | |
| 3. Worked on a Scottish tea plantation for over four years. | |
| 4. Started a garment manufacturing business near Delhi in 1970. | |
| 5. Travelled for work and bought his first property after realizing good returns from real estate. | |
| 6. Claims to be a lifelong adventurer, having visited all 196 countries across seven continents. | |
| 7. Skydived over iconic locations such as Mount Everest and the Pyramids of Giza. | |
| 8. Holds a private pilot’s license and is fluent in six languages. | |
| 9. Has traveled to remote locations including Greenland and the Sahara. | |
| 10. His photography has garnered attention and has been featured in global media. | |
| 11. Wrote a travel book titled 'The Tireless Traveller'. | |
| 12. Gained recognition for his journey to space with Blue Origin on 3 August 2025, becoming one of the oldest civilians of Indian origin to travel beyond the Karman line. | |
| 13. Maintains an archive of over one million photographs documenting his travels. | |
| 14. His Instagram highlights visits to Sikh shrines, Mongolia's eagle festivals, and conflict-ridden Afghanistan. |