Inayat Akbarali, Chairman of Akbar Brothers Group and a pioneer in the Sri Lankan tea industry, has passed away.
A business stalwart, Mr. Akbarali, along with his late brothers Abbas and Abid Akbarali, co-founded Akbar Brothers, which became Sri Lanka’s largest tea exporter for over 30 years. His leadership and vision played a crucial role in shaping the company into a diversified conglomerate with a strong global presence.
Mr. Akbarli was part of a generation that laid a strong foundation for Akbar Brothers by instilling core values of honesty and integrity in business practices. These principles, which he upheld throughout his life, continue to guide the company’s operations today.
His passing marks the end of an era in the Sri Lankan tea industry, where he was widely respected for his contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence.
