- By Aditya Jha
- Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:04 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Gopichand Hinduja Death: Hinduja Group chairman and billionaire GP Hinduja on Tuesday passed away at the age of 85, Indian-origin British lawmaker Tory peer Rami Ranger announced. While calling Hinduja “one of the most gracious, humble, and loyal friends”, Ranger stated that his death marks the end of an era. He was the second of the four Hinduja brothers and was known as 'GP' in business circles. Hinduja joined the family business in 1950 and is known for his innovative decisions that transformed the firm from an Indo-Middle East trading operation into a transnational conglomerate.
Gopichand took over as chairman following the death of his elder brother Srichand in May 2023 and is survived by his wife, Sunita, sons Sanjay and Dheeraj, and daughter, Rita. In his statement, Ranger said that Hinduja was a well-wisher of the community and was committed for the growth of the country.
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“Dear friends, with a heavy heart, I share with you the tragic loss of our beloved friend, Mr GP Hinduja, who has departed for his heavenly abode. He was one of the most gracious, humble, and loyal friends. His passing marks the end of an era, as he was truly a well-wisher of the community and a guiding force,” Ranger said in his statement.
“I had the privilege of knowing him over many years; his qualities were unique—a tremendous sense of humour, commitment to the community and country, India—and he always supported good causes. He has left a huge vacuum behind that will be difficult to fill. May he rest in peace in heaven. Om Shanti,” the statement added.
According to the firm's website, Hinduja graduated from Bombay Jai Hind College and also held honorary doctorate degrees from the University of Westminster and Richmond College. The Hinduja group has businesses in multiple key sectors, including automotive, banking and finance, IT, healthcare, real estate, power, and media.