Love of India took him back

GEORGE ABRAHAM

CHAIRMAN, INDIAN NATIONAL OVERSEAS CONGRESS

When I learned of the passing away of Karan Beri in a brief message from Prof. Saluja, it was simply shock and disbelief ! I was told a few months ago that Karan was returning from New York to India where he felt more at home and may even have enjoyed a better quality of life. However, I wondered whether he might have felt it as a duty to go back and contribute to the development of the nation using new tools of technology.

His love for India and its culture was quite evident in all his conversations while expressing deep concern for the welfare of the community and people around him. However, he has never hesitated from questioning the unethical or immoral actions of a few who might tarnish the image of the nation or its standing in the world.

The brief period I have come to know him, he has impressed me as a man of ideas, action and great intellect. Although he was immersed in running a business, he was so proficient in all aspects of life especially in contemporary politics where he minced no words in calling a spade a spade. He radiated a self-confidence that has become the hallmark of his generation.

Above all, he was down to earth when it came to respecting the elders and taking care of the family and friends. He was a man who deeply cared for his family, his beloved wife and his only son. His love and respect for Salujaji was on full display whenever we all came together.

Karan’s unexpected and untimely departure has indeed created a void everywhere, especially to many of us who have come to know him to love and respect. May God bless his soul!