The first thing that people usually noticed about Indu Jain was her radiant complexion and childlike, mischievous smile both an external manifestation of her deep immersion in spirituality. Well versed in ancient scriptures and belief systems, she wore her erudition lightly and her conversation was peppered with witty remarks and delighted laughter. After becoming chairman of the Times Group in 1999 she evolved a distinctive leadership style, characterised by compassion and inclusiveness, that helped propel the group to new heights.
Among many spiritual kings who were her soul-mates, her longest association was with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar who she had known for half a century. She attained nirvana on his birthday. ( Read his tribute here)
Times Group chairperson Indu Jain passes away
Times Group chairperson Indu Jain passes away
Times Group chairperson Indu Jain died on Thursday at the age of 84, due to Covid-related complications.
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File photo of late Times Group chairperson Indu Jain (Photo Credits: Twitter/@Kiren Rijiju)
Times Group chairperson Indu Jain died on Thursday due to Covid-related complications, company sources said. She was 84.
Hailing her as a visionary, Times Now TV channel, part of the Times Group, described Jain as a lifelong spiritual seeker, pioneering philanthropist, distinguished patron of the arts, and passionate proponent of women s rights.
She breathed her last in Delhi, the sources said.
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Last Updated: May 14, 2021, 08:13 AM IST
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Indu Jain, chairman of the Times Group, attained nirvana on May 13. Mourned by many, she will be remembered by everyone who knew her for her deep commitment to philanthropy, women’s rights and education.
Times Group Chairperson Indu Jain passes away at 84
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Indu Jain, chairman of the Times Group, attained nirvana on May 13.
Mourned by many, she will be remembered by everyone who knew her for her deep commitment to philanthropy, women’s rights and education. Studying scriptures and belief systems was a lifelong passion for her. But she wore her erudition lightly, recalled friends and admirers, whose fondest memories of her were her zest for life and youthful spirit.