Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Lord Swraj Paul, Industrialist with Calcutta Ties, Dies at 94
Lord Swraj Paul, a successful businessman with roots in India and the UK, has died.
He was born in India and studied in the US before starting his steel business.
He set up a big company called Caparo in London, which became very successful.
Paul was also involved in promoting good relationships between India and the UK, and was given titles like 'Lord' for his work.
Many important people, like the Prime Minister of India, are sad about his passing and have shared their memories of him.
Lord Swraj Paul, a prominent industrialist with ties to India and the UK, has passed away at 94.
Born in Jalandhar, India, he pursued degrees in the US before entering the steel business.
He established Caparo in London, which grew into a major steel business with a $1 billion turnover.
Paul founded the Indo-British Association and was later knighted and became a member of the House of Lords.
Tributes have been paid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
- Who
- Lord Swraj Paul, a British industrialist.
- What
- Lord Swraj Paul, a steel tycoon, has passed away.
- When
- Thursday evening in London.
- Where
- London.
- Why
- Cause of death not explicitly mentioned in the articles.
- Full Name
- Swraj Paul
- Age at Death
- 94
- Birthplace
- Jalandhar, India
- Education
- Bachelors and Masters in Mechanical Engineering
- Notable Title
- Lord Paul of Marylebone
- Key Business
- Caparo
- Honor
- Padma Bhushan