Fri Dec 27 17:12:15 UTC 2024: ## Modi Mourns Passing of Suzuki Motor Corp. Chairman Osamu Suzuki

**NEW DELHI** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow at the death of Osamu Suzuki, the longtime chairman of Suzuki Motor Corp., praising him as a visionary leader who revolutionized the global automotive industry, particularly in India. In a message on X (formerly Twitter), Modi lauded Suzuki’s profound impact on the Indian automobile market through his collaboration with Maruti Suzuki, calling his passing a “great loss.”

Modi recalled several meetings with Suzuki, highlighting his humility and dedication to quality. He extended condolences to Suzuki’s family, colleagues, and admirers. The Prime Minister particularly noted Suzuki’s support for India’s “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” (Self-Reliant India) initiative and their discussions last year regarding further investment in India, including electric vehicle production and battery recycling. Suzuki’s contributions, Modi emphasized, were transformative for India’s automotive sector. A Maruti Suzuki statement also echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the strong rapport between Suzuki and Modi. Osamu Suzuki led Suzuki Motor Corp. for over 40 years, famously introducing the Maruti 800, a car that reshaped India’s automotive landscape.

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