Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it Bollywood super star, Anil Kapoor and other famous Indians have penned tributes to late Bajaj Auto chairman, Rahul Bajaj. (Read More Here).
Bajaj, 83, who had pneumonia and also a heart problem, was admitted to the Ruby Hall Clinic a month ago and breathed his last at 2.30 pm on Saturday.
“It is with deep sorrow that I inform you about the passing away of Rahul Bajaj, husband of the late Rupa Bajaj and father of Rajiv and Deepa, Sanjiv and Shefali and Sunaina and Manish. He passed away on the afternoon of February 12, 2022 in the presence of his closest family members,” said a statement from Bajaj group.
Reactions from Anil Kapoor and other famous Indians:
Supriya Shrinate@SupriyaShrinate
Rahul Bajaj’s demise we have lost a true patriot and a nation builder. His infectious enthusiasm lives on
He was fearless and spoke truth to power -always
Always my first call for an unbiased view.Will greatly miss his affection and candour
Rest well Sir.
Anil Kapoor@AnilKapoorHad the pleasure of meeting Rahul Bajaj Ji a few times…he had an exceptional personality, a great businesses man, visionary and a true patriot…May he rest in peace.
Harsh Goenka@hvgoenka·3hThe ‘spine’ of Indian business cracks. A close family friend, he was a visionary, straight talking and very respected for his value systems. An era ends! He leaves behind the two most capable sons in Indian industry, Rajiv and Sanjiv. #RahulBajaj Om shanti…
Jairam Ramesh@Jairam_Ramesh·3hI have many fond memories of Rahul Bajaj spread over 40 years of friendship. He laid the foundations for the success of Bajaj Auto. He was fearless. One of the few businessmen who spoke out against the 2002 communal riots,and against the climate of fear & intimidation since 2014.
Sachin Pilot@SachinPilot·2hDeeply saddened to hear of the demise of automobile doyen Sh Rahul Bajaj Ji. He will be remembered as a fearless & dynamic corporate leader who brought the iconic two-wheeler to India. My condolences to the family & his loved ones.
Sharad Pawar@PawarSpeaks·3hI am deeply shocked to learn about the sad demise of Padma Bhushan Shri Rahul Bajaj! The grandson of eminent freedom fighter Jamnalal Bajaj brought transformation in society especially in poor and middle-class people with his two-wheel technology – a Bajaj Bike!
Ashok Swain@ashoswai·3hProbably India’s only industrialist who had a spine! RIP #RahulBajaj.
P.Chidambaram@PChidambaram_IN·3hRahul Bajaj was the one who put average Indians on two motorised wheels.
In his passing away, we have lost a far sighted and outspoken business leader.
My sincere condolences to his family and numerous members of the Bajaj family and Bajaj group of business.
Uday Kotak@udaykotak·3hRahul Bajaj: bold and fearless. A rare businessman who spoke truth to power. A proud Indian. Built world class enterprise. I am truly honoured to know him. Will miss him.
Rahul Gandhi@RahulGandhi·2hRahul Bajaj’s passing is a big loss to India. We have lost a visionary whose courage made us proud.
My love and condolences to his family and loved ones.
Rajdeep Sardesai@sardesairajdeep·4hA business leader who always spoke truth to power even while building a formidable business group, Rahul Bajaj, has passed away. Om Shanti
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