| Name(s) |
BRIJMOHAN LALL
MUNJAL |
| Date of
Birth |
July 01, 1923 |
| Date of
Death |
November 01, 2015 |
|
Identity |
Indian businessman,
founder and the chairman of Hero Motocorp (Hero group of
companies). |
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Date-wise Events / Works |
- 1954: Hero Cycles moved up
the value chain by making a shift from supplying to
manufacturing handlebars, front forks and chains.
- 1984: Hero Honda started
manufacturing motor cycles in joint venture with Honda of
Japan.
- 1986: Hero Cycles entered the Guinness
Book of Records as the largest manufacturers of bicycles in
the world.
- 2002: By this time. the
Hero Group became world's largest producers of bicycles and
motor bikes.
- March 2005: Awarded
the Padma Bhushan for his contribution to
trade and industry.
- 2011: Lifetime Contribution
Award by All India Management Association.
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|
Other Events &
Developments |
It's the most recent example of rags to riches through
dedication, hard work and determination. |
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