Vijaypat Singhania death: Former Raymond chairman and Air Commodore dies at 87 in Mumbai
Vijaypat Singhania was former chairman of Raymond group and a celebrated Air Commodore, died at 87 in Mumbai
Vijaypat Singhania death: Former chairman of the Raymond Group and Padma Bhushan awardee Vijaypat Singhania passed away in Mumbai on Saturday evening at the age of 87. He was widely known as a record-breaking industrialist, visionary philanthropist and inspiring personality whose influence extended across business, aviation and public life.
His son, Gautam Singhania, Chairman and Managing Director of the Raymond Group, confirmed the news on X (formerly Twitter), posting a brief tribute: "RIP. Om Shanti".
According to the family, the funeral gathering will take place at 1:30 pm on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Haveli on LD Ruparel Marg in Mumbai. The cremation will be held at Chandanwadi crematorium at 3:00 pm. Family, friends and well-wishers are requested to attend and pay their respects.
In their condolence message, the Singhania family described him as a visionary leader, a generous philanthropist, and an inspiring person whose legacy will continue to influence future generations. Born into the Singhania business family in the late 1930s, Vijaypat Singhania was a well-known industrialist and aviation pioneer in India.
Who was Vijaypat Singhania ?
Singhania played a key role in turning Raymond Group into a globally recognised brand for suiting fabrics and menswear, expanding its manufacturing, retail, and export operations.
He also served as the Sheriff of Bombay, showing his importance in public life. Apart from business, he had a deep passion for aviation and adventure.
A trained pilot and honorary Air Commodore, he set several records in aviation and ballooning and was considered one of the world’s top balloonists. He once set a world record for reaching the highest altitude in a hot air balloon.
He led Raymond Group as chairman for nearly 20 years until 2000, guiding the company through major growth. After stepping down, he passed on leadership to his son, Gautam Singhania, and gave him his entire 37% stake in the company.
In later years, there were legal disputes between father and son, but these issues were eventually settled peacefully.