Gautam Adani's streak of escaping crises: from kidnapping to US legal settlements
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The Economist
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Summary
Gautam Adani, India's richest man, has a reputation for escaping difficult situations. The article highlights his survival of an alleged kidnapping attempt in 1998, escaping a terrorist attack in Mumbai a decade later, and his recent ability to quietly settle legal cases brought by the US government. Despite controversies including claims of cronyism due to his close ties with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Adani continues to demonstrate resilience and strategic maneuvering.
Key quotes
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His close relationship with Narendra Modi, India's prime minister, has left him dogged by claims of cronyism.
Admirers and critics might agree on one label, however: master escapologist.
His latest Houdini-like feat has been to quietly settle a trio of legal cases brought by America's government
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