Punjab businessman gifts ₹1 crore Rolex to contractor for building a Rajasthan-style fort

A businessman from Punjab named Gurdip Dev Bath gifted a Rolex watch worth a staggering ₹1 crore to his contractor Rajinder Singh Roopra for his work on Bath’s 9-acre property resembling a traditional Rajasthani fort, according to an NDTV report.

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Roopra’s commitment to “quality, speed of delivery, and meticulous attention” made Bath perform this gesture reportedly.

The watch, a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller in 18-carat yellow gold comes with the make’s signature gold Oyster bracelet.

How was the ‘fort’ designed?

The property was designed by architect Ranjodh Singh. It has a sweeping boundary wall around it, making it pretty much a private fort.

It has expansive halls, carefully landscaped gardens, and unique architectural elements, according to the report.

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Who is Rajinder Singh Roopra?

Rajinder Singh Roopra is a contractor from Punjab’s Shahkot. He oversaw a workforce of more than 200 labourers for this project specifically, which took two years to complete.

“This is not just a house; it’s a statement of grandeur, carefully designed and constructed to reflect timeless elegance,” the report quoted Bath as saying. “His commitment to timelines, coupled with a remarkable eye for detail, provided more than I could have asked for,” he added.

Roopra not only met, but “exceeded” the family’s expectations throughout the project, Bath said.

Roopra said working on this project was both a challenge and a rewarding experience. He credited the efforts of the entire workforce in bringing it to life.

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