Parmeshwar Godrej: Philanthropist and style icon bids adieu
Best remembered for her work in fighting AIDS, she was incredibly networked across biz and entertainment On a day when millions across the world and in India celebrated the festival of Dussehra, came news that 71-year-old Parmeshwar Godrej , wife of industrialist Adi Godrej, was no more. She passed away on Monday night in a hospital here. Her death came as a shock to many of her friends and well-wishers, who took to twitter to express their grief. Pam, as she was referred to among friends, is survived by her husband and three children – Tanya, Nisa and Pirojsha. She was among India's foremost style icons, philanthropist and a gracious host, who was the life of every party she attended or threw. Behind the glamour, however, was a strong woman, say acquaintances and friends, who was intelligent, who carried herself well and who could strike up a conversation easily, helping her straddle the world of business and entertainment well. An example of her influence in social ...