External Affairs Minister Jaishankar and PM Modi paid tribute to the architect of the automobile revolution in India.
New Delhi: On the demise of Osamu Suzuki, former Chairman and CEO of Suzuki Motor Corporation, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences. Jaishankar highlighted how Suzuki's leadership revolutionized auto-manufacturing in India and transformed India-Japan relations.
In a post on Twitter, External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said, “Saddened to learn about the demise of Shri Osamu Suzuki. His leadership and efforts not only revolutionized auto-manufacturing in India, but also helped transform India-Japan relations. I remember my meetings with him over the years. “Condolences to his family and colleagues at Suzuki Motor Corporation.”
Sad to learn of the passing away of Mr. Osamu Suzuki.
His leadership and endeavors not only revolutionized the auto-making in India but also helped transform India-Japan relations.
Fondly recall my meetings with him over the years. Condolences to his family and colleagues at…
—Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 27, 2024
PM Modi also expressed condolences
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his condolences on the demise of Osamu Suzuki.
PM Modi wrote on Twitter, “Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri Osamu Suzuki, a great figure in the global automotive industry. His visionary work reshaped global perceptions of mobility. Under his leadership, Suzuki Motor Corporation became a global powerhouse, successfully meeting challenges and pursuing innovation and expansion. “He had a deep passion for India and his collaboration with Maruti revolutionized the Indian automobile market.”
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Died at the age of 94 due to lymphoma
Osamu Suzuki, former chairman, president and CEO of Suzuki Motor Corporation, died Wednesday afternoon at the age of 94 due to malignant lymphoma, the company announced Friday. According to Kyodo News, Japan, Suzuki's leadership spanned more than four decades, during which he transformed the Japanese automaker into a global powerhouse, particularly dominating the Indian car market.
Osamu Suzuki was a visionary leader whose remarkable contributions shaped the global automobile industry.
In India, his vision and leadership played a key role in the formation of Maruti Udyog Limited in 1981. With his vision, Suzuki played a vital role in realizing the dream of putting India on wheels by providing affordable, reliable, efficient and high-quality vehicles to millions of Indian families.
Under his leadership, the Indian automobile industry adopted Japanese manufacturing practices, which are recognized globally for teamwork, productivity and cost-effectiveness.
(with agency input)
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