Automotive Industry Stunned as Sunjay Kapur, Chairman of Sona Comstar, Passes Away at 53 During Polo Match in England
The Indian automotive sector is mourning the loss of one of its most visionary leaders, Sunjay Kapur, Chairman of Sona Comstar and former President of ACMA (Automotive Component Manufacturers Association). The 53-year-old industrialist passed away in England during a Polo match, a sport he was deeply passionate about.
News of his untimely demise was confirmed by author and commentator Suhel Seth on X (formerly Twitter), who wrote: “Deeply saddened at the passing of @sunjaykapur: he passed away earlier today in England: a terrible loss and deepest condolences to his family and to his colleagues @sonacomstar …Om Shanti.”
Kapur was not just a successful businessman but also a dedicated sportsman. A regular polo player and the proud owner of the Sona Polo team, he often participated in tournaments both in India and abroad.
His sudden passing has left a deep void in the Indian automotive world. Under his leadership, Sona Comstar grew into a global powerhouse in precision automotive components, especially in the electric mobility space. He took over the reins of the company in 2015 after the death of his father and went on to elevate it to international prominence with manufacturing facilities across India, China, the U.S., Mexico, and Serbia.
Tragically, just hours before his own death, Kapur had expressed grief over the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. In a heartfelt message posted on X, he wrote: “Terrible news of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad. My thoughts and prayers are with all the families affected. May they find strength in this difficult hour.”
His loss is being deeply felt across the automotive and business communities, with colleagues and industry leaders remembering him as a forward-thinking innovator, a compassionate human being, and a stalwart of Indian industry.
News Source : Information for this article was gathered from a variety of reliable news outlets.
