BPL founder T.P. Gopalan Nambiar dies at 94, remembered for his impact on India's electronics industry

thehindu.com October 31, 2024, 02:01 PM UTC

T.P. Gopalan Nambiar, founder of BPL Group, passed away at the age of 94 on October 31, 2024. He died at home after a period of ill health, according to family sources.

Nambiar was a significant figure in India's electronics industry, known for establishing a modern manufacturing facility in Palakkad after acquiring British Physical Laboratories in 1961. His contributions have been recognized by various political leaders.

Tributes have poured in from political figures, including former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa and Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, who praised Nambiar's legacy and impact on the industry.

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