Lord Swaraj Paul.
London: Famous NRI industrialist and philanthropist Lord Swaraj Paul died in London on Thursday evening at the age of 94. He was recently hospitalized and breathed his last among his family. Lord Swaraj Paul, who laid the foundation of Caparo Group of Industries in the UK, was born in Jalandhar, Punjab. In 1966, he went to Britain to treat his daughter Ambika. Ambika later died of leukemia. He then established the Caparo Group, which became a global company in areas such as steel, engineering and property.
PM Modi paid tribute to Lord Swaraj Paul
Recalling Paul, many UK celebrities paid tribute to him on Friday. At the same time, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi has also expressed deep condolences on his death. He wrote on X, ‘The death of Mr. Swaraj Paul was very sad. His contribution to public service in industry, philanthropy and UK will always be remembered. Their efforts for strong relations with India are also unforgettable. I am missing many meetings held with him. My condolences to his family and loved ones. Om Shanti. ‘
Played an important role in saving London zoo
Lord Paul was made Life Peer in 1996 and played an active role in the House of Lords. He was one of the committees related to business, education and entrepreneurship. Their efforts in strengthening relations between India and Britain were always commendable. Lord Paul also contributed to the field of philanthropy. He took several important steps for education and health services. In particular, when the London zoo was on the verge of closure, he played an important role in saving it and supported several initiatives including sections created for children.
Paul was among Britain’s richest Asian people
Lord Swaraj Paul was one of Britain’s richest Asian people and remained a glowing star in the field of business, politics and philanthropy for decades. He was the first person of Indian origin to hold the post of Deputy Speaker of ‘House of Lords’ in 2008 and made his own identity in the British Parliament. He co-existed the Indo-Bitten Rolle Table Conference between 2000 and 2005 and was awarded the Padma Bhushan by the Government of India in 1983. His death has shocked not only his family, but his fans all over the world.
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