A Key TVS Figure, H Lakshmanan, Died

Following age-related health complications, H. Lakshmanan, the former Executive Director of Sundaram-Clayton (now TVS Holdings Ltd), passed away at the age of 91. He began his career as a typist and rose to become a trusted advisor to the TVS family, serving as a pivotal figure in the TVS Group for almost 70 years. His strategic vision is well-known.

After battling age-related illnesses, H Lakshmanan, the former Executive Director of Sundaram-Clayton (now TVS Holdings Ltd), passed away at the age of 91. For almost 70 years, he played a pivotal role in the TVS Group, greatly influencing its expansion and prosperity. Lakshmanan, who began his career as a typist, became a trusted confidant of the TVS family and was renowned for his outstanding managerial abilities, strategic vision, and unwavering commitment to the business.

Important Contributions and Legacy

Early Career and Ascent

At the age of 20, Lakshmanan started working as a typist and eventually rose to become an essential member of the TVS Group.
The late TVS patriarch T S Srinivasan and his son Venu Srinivasan, the Chairman Emeritus of TVS Motor Company, trusted him.

Important Functions in Development

Contributed significantly to the creation of the Padi manufacturing facility in the 1960s.
During his tenure from 1960 to 2015, he made a substantial contribution to the company's growth and strategic direction.

Joint ventures and strategic alliances

Playing a key role in establishing joint venture contracts with international partners, Dunlop (for wheels)
(For air brakes) Clayton
Girling (for India's Brakes)
Lucas (for TVS Lucas)
Important negotiator in high-stakes agreements like the BMW TVS Motor licensing deal and the Suzuki joint venture.

Human Resources and Labor Realities

Played a vital part in labor talks, settling union conflicts and creating a peaceful workplace.
Resolved important labor disputes in Hosur in the late 1980s and Chennai in the 1970s.
Gained respect for his composed, unwavering approach to banking and HR issues.

Appreciation and Deference

Venu Srinivasan has referred to him as the "Chanakya" of the TVS industrial empire because of his exceptional business sense and growth-promoting contributions.
Known as the “Bhishma Pitamaha” of TVS, he was acknowledged by union leaders, including INTUC leader R Kuppusamy, who praised his efforts to improve the lives of workers and settle disputes.

A Tradition of Honesty and Commitment

Lakshmanan left behind a legacy of devotion, integrity, trust, and superior management.

He made a lasting impression on the TVS Group by establishing a benchmark for morals and leadership.

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