Literary

The Sona Story: The Textile to Tech Journey of Chettiar Industrialist C. Valliappa

In an era when business leaders are often known for their unicorns and startups, The Sona Story by Chitra Narayanan chronicles the less-sung but extraordinary legacy of C. Valliappa—a third-generation Chettiar entrepreneur who shaped institutions and industries through resilience, reinvention, and a unique blend of Vyaparam (business) and Dharmam (philanthropy).

by By Sudip Talukdar April 23, 2025