Suresh Kumar Neotia | |
|---|---|
| Born | 8 September 1936 |
| Died | 7 May 2015 (aged 78) Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Occupation(s) | Industrialist Entrepreneur Art collector Philanthropist |
| Known for | Ambuja Cements |
| Spouse | Gayatri |
| Awards | Padma Bhushan Harvard Business School-Economic Times Award |
Suresh Kumar Neotia (8 September 1936 – 7 May 2015) was an Indian industrialist, entrepreneur, art collector, philanthropist and the co-founder of Ambuja Cements and associated companies.[1][2] He was the chairman of the Group till 2009 when he relinquished the position in favor of his co-founder, Narotam Sekhsaria, and remained as the Chairman Emeritus of the Group until his death.[3] He was a recipient of Harvard Business School - Economic Times Award and was involved in many social activities which included the promotion of cultural organizations such as Anamika Kala Sangam and Padatik.[citation needed] The Government of India awarded him the third highest civilian honour of the Padma Bhushan, in 2008, for his contributions to trade and industry.[4]
- ^ "Founder promoters exit Ambuja Cements completely". The Hindu - Business Line. 16 December 2011. Retrieved 23 June 2016.
- ^ "Gujarat Ambuja's Suresh Neotia on Letting Go". Forbes India. 9 July 2012. Retrieved 23 June 2016.
- ^ "N.S. Sekhsaria is the new Chairman of Ambuja Cements". Business Standard. 23 September 2009. Retrieved 23 June 2016.
- ^ "Padma Awards" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2016. Retrieved 3 January 2016.