Osamu Suzuki , former head of Suzuki Motor, passed away at 94. He was instrumental in transforming India into a significant auto market with the Maruti project and led Suzuki Motor for over four decades. His remarkable thriftiness and strategic collaborations boosted the companys growth and stability. Maruti Suzuki is deeply saddened on the passing of Mr. Osamu Suzuki , Senior Advisor, Suzuki Motor Corporation and Director & Honorary Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India Limited. Mr. O. Suzuki was a visionary leader whose remarkable contributions shaped the global automobile industry. In India, his foresight and leadership were instrumental in the formation of Maruti Udyog Limited in 1981. With his vision Mr. O. Suzuki played the pivotal role in realizing the dream of putting India on wheels by ... Osamu Suzuki ’s passing at 94 marks the loss of a pioneer who democratised mobility in India through the Maruti 800. His leadership not only changed the automotive landscape but also strengthened ... Osamu Suzuki was a Japanese businessman and the chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation from 1978 to 2021. He led the company's growth into a major manufacturer of small vehicles and established partnerships in India, Pakistan, and other markets.