S. L. Kirloskar

Indian businessman, founded Kirloskar Group

S. L. Kirloskar - Indian businessman, founded Kirloskar Group
Born

May 28th, 1903
122 years ago

Died

1994
31 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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Founded Kirloskar Group, a leading industrial conglomerate in India, specializing in manufacturing pumps, engines, and various engineering products. Contributed to the development of the pump industry in India and expanded the group's operations internationally. Played a significant role in fostering entrepreneurship and industrial growth in the nation. Actively promoted technological advancements and vocational training in the engineering sector.

Founded Kirloskar Group in 1888

Contributed to the growth of Indian engineering

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