Raymond Group’s former chairman Vijaypat Singhania dies at 87; funeral in Mumbai tomorrow
Padma Bhushan awardee, aviation fanatic and former chairman of the Raymond Group, Vijaypat Singhania, handed away peacefully in Mumbai on Saturday night. He was remembered as a visionary industrialist, philanthropist and galvanizing character whose contributions spanned enterprise, aviation and public life.
Singhania’s son and Raymond Group Chairman and Managing Director Gautam Singhania additionally shared the information on X (previously Twitter), writing a short tribute: “RIP. Om Shanti.”
Confirming the event, a spokesperson for the Raymond Group mentioned: “Air Commodore Vijaypat Singhania, recipient of Padma Bhushan, former Chairman of Raymond Group and former Sheriff of Bombay peacefully handed away earlier this night in Mumbai. His final rites can be carried out tomorrow, March 29, 2026. All of us are deeply saddened and praying for his Sadgati.”
In line with a household announcement, the funeral meeting will happen at 1:30 pm on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Haveli, L D Ruparel Marg in Mumbai. The cremation can be held at Chandanwadi crematorium at 3:00 pm.
Members of the family, mates and well-wishers have been requested to attend and pay their last respects.
The condolence message issued by the Singhania household described him as “a visionary chief, philanthropist, and an inspiring character whose legacy will proceed to information and encourage generations.”
The announcement additionally invoked a verse from the Bhagavad Gita: “Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana, ma karmaphalahetur bhur ma te sangostvakarmani.” The household mentioned they pray for the departed soul to realize everlasting peace.
Who’s Vijaypat Singhania
Vijaypat Singhania was one in all India’s most outstanding industrialists and aviation pioneers. Born into the Singhania enterprise household, he led the Raymond Group, one in all India’s best-known textile and attire corporations, remodeling it right into a globally recognised model in suiting materials and menswear.
Throughout his tenure as chairman, Raymond expanded considerably in manufacturing, retail and exports, serving to set up the corporate as a dominant participant within the textile sector.
Singhania additionally served because the Sheriff of Bombay, a ceremonial civic submit in Mumbai, reflecting his stature in public life.
Past enterprise, he was extensively identified for his ardour for aviation and journey. A educated pilot and former Air Commodore (Honorary), he set a number of aviation and ballooning data and was among the many most celebrated balloonists on the earth.
In recognition of his contributions to business and society, the Authorities of India honoured him with the Padma Bhushan, the nation’s third-highest civilian award.
