UK-based NRI industrialist Lord Swraj Paul dies at 94 (Pic credit: PTI)Leading NRI industrialist and philanthropist Lord Swraj Paul passed away in London on Thursday evening at the age of 94.Lord Paul, founder of the UK-based Caparo Group of industries, had been hospitalised recently and died surrounded by members of his family.Born in Jalandhar, Lord Paul moved to the UK in 1966 seeking treatment for his daughter Ambika, who later died of leukaemia. He went on to establish the Caparo Group, which expanded into a global enterprise with interests in steel, engineering and property.Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his death in a post on X. “Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Swaraj Paul Ji. His contributions to industry, philanthropy and public service in the UK, and his unwavering support for closer ties with India will always be remembered. I fondly recall our many interactions.

Source: The Times August 22, 2025 03:25 UTC