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Industrialist Vijaypat Singhania, Raymond Ex-MD & Padma Bhushan Awardee, Dies at 87

Dr. Vijaypat Singhania, the former Managing Director of the Raymond Group and a Padma Bhushan awardee, has passed away at the age of 87. His son, Gautam Singhania, confirmed the news on social media, describing him as a visionary leader and philanthropist. The funeral is scheduled to take place in Mumbai on Sunday. Singhania was a towering industrialist who led the Raymond Group for decades and was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2006.

Key Points: Raymond's Vijaypat Singhania, Padma Bhushan Awardee, Dies at 87

  • Former Raymond MD dies at 87
  • Son Gautam Singhania confirms via X post
  • Funeral in Mumbai on Sunday
  • Honoured with Padma Bhushan in 2006
  • Led company's growth for decades
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Former Raymond Group MD and Padma Bhushan awardee Vijaypat Singhania dies at 87

Former Raymond Group MD and Padma Bhushan awardee Dr. Vijaypat Singhania passes away at 87. Funeral details announced by son Gautam Singhania.

"visionary leader, philanthropist, and an inspiring personality - Gautam Singhania"

Mumbai, March 28

Dr. Vijaypat Singhania, former MD of Raymond Group and a Padma Bhushan awardee, died at 87, his son Gautam Singhania confirmed via an X post on Saturday.

"With profound grief and deep sorrow, we inform the passing of Padma Bhushan Dr Vijaypat Kailashpat Singhania," wrote Gautam Singhania.

He described his father as a "visionary leader, philanthropist, and an inspiring personality, whose legacy will continue to guide and inspire generations".

The funeral will be held at Chandanwadi cremation in Mumbai on Sunday. "Family and friends are requested to assemble at 1.30 pm at Haveli, L. D. Ruparel Marg on Sunday," the X post added.

Vijaypat Singhania will be remembered as a towering Indian industrialist who played a pivotal role in building the Raymond Group into a respected and enduring institution.

Vijaypat Singhania and Gautam Singhania were embroiled in legal disputes some years ago, though the issues were later settled.

Born in 1938, Gautam was an Indian entrepreneur and aviator. He went on to lead the Raymond Group as its Chairman from 1980 to 2015, guiding it through decades of growth and transformation.

Vijaypat Singhania led Raymond as chairman for two decades till 2000. After stepping down, he handed over the reins of the company to Gautam Singhania and transferred his entire 37 per cent stake in the firm to his son.

His contribution to industry and the nation was recognised with an honorary PhD from the London Institute of Technology & Research, and the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan in 2006.

In addition, the Indian Air Force appointed him as an Honorary Air Commodore in 1994, and he was named Sheriff of Mumbai in 2006.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Very sad news. His contributions to aviation and business are truly inspiring. The Padma Bhushan was well-deserved. My condolences to the Singhania family.
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Rohit P
End of an era. Raymond is synonymous with quality suiting in India, and he was the architect of that reputation. It's a bit sad that the article had to mention the family disputes, but I guess that's part of the story of many big business families. Still, his legacy is immense.
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Priya S
Om Shanti. A visionary leader indeed. From Honorary Air Commodore to Sheriff of Mumbai – what a multifaceted life! His philanthropy, especially in education, should be highlighted more.
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Vikram M
Respect. He handed over his entire stake to his son—that's a huge act of trust and succession planning that many family businesses struggle with. May his journey onward be peaceful.
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Michael C
A remarkable life. Leading a company for two decades through India's economic transformation is no small feat. His story is a chapter in India's industrial history.

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