Gopichand Hinduja, chairman of the Hinduja Group, dies in London aged 85. Business leaders pay tribute to the architect of a global conglomerate and philanthropist.
Business and Political Leaders Pay Tribute to Gopichand Hinduja
Indian British industrialist Gopichand P. Hinduja, chairman of the Hinduja Group, has passed away in London at the age of 85, a loss that marks the end of an era for one of India’s oldest family-run conglomerates. The death was first announced by UK lawmaker Rami Ranger and picked up by major outlets; Hinduja had been unwell in recent weeks and died in a London hospital.
Known in business circles as “GP”, Gopichand Hinduja built the family business into a global empire spanning banking, automotive, energy, healthcare, real estate and media. Under his leadership the Hinduja Group expanded operations across Europe, Asia and the Middle East, and the family repeatedly featured among Britain’s wealthiest households. His role in growing Ashok Leyland, IndusInd Bank stakes and global investments typified a strategy of diversified, cross-border holdings.
Colleagues and industry leaders have paid tribute to his entrepreneurial vision and philanthropic work. The Hinduja family has been active in charitable initiatives in education, healthcare and community welfare; insiders say Gopichand combined traditional business networks with a low-publicity style that emphasised long-term value and conservative stewardship. Analysts expect the group’s succession plans to kick in quickly to reassure markets and partners.
