The 21st edition of CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards (IBLA) paid tribute to the late Mr Sunjay Kapur, Chairman Emeritus of Sona Comstar, in the In Memoriam category, honouring his enduring legacy and transformative leadership.
Under Mr Kapur’s stewardship, Sona Comstar evolved into a globally recognised mobility technology company. His early and decisive pivot towards electric vehicle components positioned the company at the forefront of the automotive industry’s transition to electrification, strengthening India’s presence in global automotive supply chains. This year, Mr Kapur was honoured at the 21st edition of the CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards – In Memoriam, as an industry icon for his pivotal role in shaping India’s manufacturing growth story and enhancing its global competitiveness.
Mrs Priya Kapur, Non-Executive Director, Sona Comstar received this award, accompanied by Mr Vivek Vikram Singh, MD and Group CEO, Sona Comstar. She reflected on Mr Kapur’s strategic foresight, institution-building approach, and unwavering commitment to innovation, which continue to guide the company’s growth trajectory.
Addressing the distinguished audience, Mrs Priya Kapur said: “Sunjay’s impact extends far beyond Sona Comstar. He not only shaped the company’s future but also contributed meaningfully to the broader automotive and manufacturing ecosystem. He was an architect of the world he built and the future he imagined. A visionary in the truest sense. He believed deeply in the power of Indian enterprise, and even more strongly in building institutions that would endure beyond any one individual. The journey of Sona Comstar reflects that belief. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations.”