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Those who giveth, those who taketh

By T.J.S. George First impressions are of course misleading. When Savji Dholakia bought a bungalow in Mumbai's classy Worli Sea Face for Rs. 18 crore, the image of the "filthy rich" must…

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Published August 10, 2021 · 4 min read
those who giveth, those who ta

By T.J.S. George

First impressions are of course misleading. When Savji Dholakia bought a bungalow in Mumbai's classy Worli Sea Face for Rs. 18 crore, the image of the "filthy rich" must have crossed many minds. But that image no doubt softened when further information about this rich man became available. Apparently he is an exceptional rich man. He shares his wealth with his employees. Gifts are routinely given by him to his staff; not naam-ke-wastay gifts, but gifts like houses and jewellery. In 2018, he gave brand new cars to 600 of his personnel.

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