Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi paid tributes to former Chairman of Raymond Group Vijaypat Singhania. Industrialist Vijaypat Singhania died in Mumbai at age 87 on Saturday.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Fadnavis praised Singhania's contributions to the textile industry, his philanthropy, and adventurous spirit, saying his legacy will continue to inspire generations.
Milind Deora expressed his condolences on the passing of Vijaypat Singhania, former chairman of Raymond Group, saying he's saddened to hear about his demise. Deora shared that Singhania was a close friend of his late father and he grew up admiring his adventurous stories, including his microlight flight across the world and hot air balloon records.
Deeply saddened to know about the demise of former Chairman of Raymond Group, Padma Bhushan Dr. Vijaypat Singhania ji.
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) March 28, 2026
His contribution to the textile industry, his philanthropy and adventurous spirit will continue to inspire generations together.
‘Raymond - The Complete Man' is… pic.twitter.com/le9Zfgi6wb
I'm saddened to hear that Vijaypat Singhania is no more. He shared a close friendship with my late father & I grew up in awe of his stories, especially his microlight flight across the world & hot air balloon records.
— Milind Deora | मिलिंद देवरा (@milinddeora) March 28, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones.
In the passing of Vijaypat Singhania, the nation has lost a visionary industrialist whose contributions to India's manufacturing and business landscape were both profound and enduring. Under his leadership, Raymond Group emerged as a global leader in fine fabrics and suiting,…
— IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (@IMC_India) March 29, 2026
Priyanka Chaturvedi expressed her condolences on the passing of Vijaypat Singhania, describing him as an industrialist, aviator, and philanthropist who inspired many. She offered her heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and admirers, saying "Om Shanti".
Saddened to hear about the passing of Padma Bhushan Dr Vijaypat Singhania ji-an industrialist, aviator, and philanthropist who inspired many.
— Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) March 28, 2026
My heartfelt condolences to his family, his friends, his colleagues and countless admirers whose lives were touched by his work and… pic.twitter.com/2ZLvhXZ44b
Saddened to learn about the demise of Padma Bhushan Shri Vijaypat Singhania, former Chairman of Raymond Group and a distinguished industrialist.
— Jitendra Singh Alwar (@JitendraSAlwar) March 29, 2026
He was a visionary leader whose remarkable contributions took the Indian textile industry to the global stage. His dedication, hard…
Deeply saddened by the passing of Padma Bhushan Shri Vijaypat Singhania, former Chairman of Raymond Group.
— RAJIV ARORA (@rajivarorajpr) March 29, 2026
A stalwart of Indian industry, he played a defining role in shaping and elevating the country's textile sector on the global map. His vision, discipline, and relentless…
Vijaypat Singhania, a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, was also a keen aviator and held a world record for the highest altitude gained in a hot air balloon. He led Raymond as chairman for two decades till 2000. Singhania expanded Raymond into synthetic fabrics, denim, steel, industrial files, and cement, thus forging a diversified industrial conglomerate.
In March 2007, Dr Singhania was appointed as Chairman of the Governing Council of the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, a role he held until 2012. Singhania passed the baton of the Raymond Group to son Gautam Singhania in 2000 but continued to be active in public life.
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