Suzlon and India's new wind energy order

died in 2022), but his influence remains embedded in the company's culture.

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The responsibility of carrying that legacy forward now rests with Vinod Tanti (older brother), besides Girish Tanti. Vinod, a recluse who prefers to operate alone and is media-shy, is credited as the brain behind Suzlon's technical competence.

"Vinod understands Suzlon in a way very few people do," says Chalasani. "He has seen the highs and the lows. That perspective is extremely valuable when you are building for the long term."

That view is echoed by investors. Dilip Shanghvi, chairman of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd and a significant shareholder in Suzlon, acknowledged Vinod Tanti's role during an informal interaction with Mint. "Vinod has played a very important role in stabilizing the company and giving it strategic direction," he says.