Hero Group launches EdTech company for working professionals

13 Apr, 2021

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) The Hero Group, on Tuesday, launched Hero Vired -- a premium EdTech company for working professionals and higher education aspirants in India, the group said in a statement.

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