Osamu Suzuki, architect of India's automobile revolution, dies at 94
The New Indian Express Mysuru|December 28, 2024
OSAMU SUZUKI, chairman of Suzuki Motor Corp (SMC), passed away from lymphoma on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, the company announced in a statement on Friday. He was 94.
ARSHAD KHAN @New Delhi

Osamu's contributions to India's automotive industry were remarkable. It was under his leadership Suzuki partnered with Maruti Udyog Limited in 1981 to launch iconic Maruti Suzuki 800, a car that revolutionised the Indian market. When Suzuki entered the market, annual car sales in the country were about 40,000 units. Today, India sells over 4 million cars annually, with Maruti Suzuki commanding a market share of over 40%.

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