PM Modi Honors the Legacy of Osamu Suzuki

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Osamu Suzuki, the esteemed Senior Advisor at Suzuki Motor Corporation. Modi hailed Suzuki as a "visionary leader" whose work not only revolutionized mobility but also strengthened the India-Japan partnership in the automotive sector.

A Partnership That Changed the Game

Modi reminisced about Suzuki's transformative impact on the Indian automobile market through his partnership with Maruti. "His visionary work reshaped global perceptions of mobility," Modi stated, praising Suzuki's pragmatic and humble approach to leadership and his unwavering commitment to quality.

Maruti Chairman Reflects on Suzuki's Legacy

R.C. Bhargava, Chairman of Maruti, reflected on Suzuki's monumental impact on India's automobile industry. "Without his vision, risk-taking spirit, and deep love for India, our automobile industry wouldn’t be what it is today," Bhargava remarked, recalling their final meeting in July despite Suzuki's ill health.

Osamu Suzuki's Enduring Legacy

Born on January 30, 1930, in Gifu Prefecture, Japan, Osamu Suzuki joined the automotive company in 1958. His partnership with Maruti in 1982 marked a new era for the Indian automobile market. Suzuki's legacy, as stated by Maruti Suzuki, will continue to inspire the automotive community, celebrating his passion for bringing smiles through mobility. Suzuki passed away on December 25, succumbing to lymphoma.