S. L. Kirloskar
Indian businessman, founded Kirloskar Group
Born
May 28th, 1903
121 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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