Sanjay Pahariya started his entrepreneurial journey in 1991 with the establishment of the Pahariya Group. The group's flagship company, Pahariya Properties, is one of the leading real estate developers in India, with a portfolio of residential and commercial projects across the country.
In addition to real estate, the Pahariya Group has diversified into other sectors, including hospitality, mining, and education. The group owns and operates several hotels and resorts under the "Pahariya Hotels" brand.