Subrata Roy: Flamboyant honcho who was open about his political connections

Subrata Roy, the founder of Sahara Group, was known for his luxury lifestyle and political connections. His Scottish resort-like home in Lucknow, once a hub for Bollywood, cricket, and politics, now reflects the decline of the Sahara Group. Roy started with a small investment and built a conglomerate with interests in various sectors. His association with politicians, particularly Mulayam Singh Yadav, helped him gain influence. However, his group faced regulatory issues due to his comments about Sonia Gandhi.