Keshub Mahindra was an Indian Billionaire businessman and the chairman emeritus of the Mahindra Group, one of the largest conglomerates in India best known for building a family steel and automotive business into a vast multinational conglomerate. His reputation was marred by his conviction for negligence in a poison gas leak that killed thousands of people in Bhopal in 1984. Mahindra started his career with Mahindra & Mahindra, the flagship company of the Mahindra Group, in 1947. He played a ke... moreKeshub Mahindra was an Indian Billionaire businessman and the chairman emeritus of the Mahindra Group, one of the largest conglomerates in India best known for building a family steel and automotive business into a vast multinational conglomerate. His reputation was marred by his conviction for negligence in a poison gas leak that killed thousands of people in Bhopal in 1984. Mahindra started his career with Mahindra & Mahindra, the flagship company of the Mahindra Group, in 1947. He played a key role in the growth and expansion of the company, which has now become a major player in the automotive, aerospace, agribusiness, and hospitality sectors, among others. Mahindra was known also for his ethical business practices, and was a strong advocate of corporate social responsibility. He was also a philanthropist, and was involved in various charitable initiatives. He retired as chairman in August 2012 after heading the group for nearly five decades. Mahindra received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian awards, in 2005. He was also a member of several prestigious organizations, including the International Chamber of Commerce and the Indian School of Business.
