Sumati Morarjee
Indian businesswoman (1909-1998) · India · On the map · Business Professionals · Lived 1907 to 1998 · aged 91
Sumati Morarjee, also known as the first woman of Indian shipping, is credited to have become the first woman in the world to head an organisation of ship owners, the Indian National Steamship Owners Association which has been traditionally a male bastion.
Sumati Morarjee is read about 10 times a day, in 13 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 23 September 2026
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About this person
She has been awarded the Padma Vibhushan, the second highest civilian honor of India in 1971 for her civil services.
Country
India
Category
Business Professionals
Type
Business Professional
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1907 to 1998 · aged 91
