While Hindenburg's latest report is making waves in the country, the BJP has sharply responded to the opposition's attacks on the market regulator SEBI chief. Former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad held a press conference on Monday, targeting both Hindenburg and Congress, and mentioned George Soros. The name had surfaced last year in the Adani-Hindenburg controversy. Let's dive into everything about George Soros...
'George Soros, the Primary Investor in Hindenburg...'
First, let's talk about the BJP's stance on Hindenburg's new report. Former Union Minister and BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad dismissed Hindenburg's latest report as a conspiracy to destabilize the economy. He alleged that American businessman George Soros is connected to the matter, stating in clear terms that Soros is a major investor in Hindenburg, working to shake up India's stock market.
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Soros' Name Previously Mentioned in This Matter
This isn't the first time American businessman George Soros has been named in the Hindenburg-Adani matter. Last year, Hindenburg published a report on the Adani Group led by Gautam Adani, and a few months later, the OCCRP, also headquartered in the US, levied further allegations. Founded in 2006, this company is known for exposing economic crimes worldwide and is publicly funded. However, it also receives financial support from George Soros' company, highlighting Soros' funding influence.
From Porter and Waiter to Billionaire
George Soros, a billionaire and leader in anti-India propaganda, was born on August 12, 1930, in Budapest, Hungary. According to his website, he fled to London at age 17, during the time when Jews were being persecuted in Hungary during World War II. He and his family survived using fake IDs. In London, he enrolled at the London School of Economics.
The 92-year-old billionaire describes himself as a philosopher and social activist. However, he has faced allegations of running agendas that influence the politics and society of many countries. According to Forbes, his net worth is over 6.7 billion dollars or approximately 56,257 crore rupees.
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Becoming the US's Biggest Investor
After studying at the London School of Economics, George Soros moved to America in 1956. Here, he ventured into finance and investments, rapidly rising in prominence. In 1973, he founded 'Soros Fund Management,' making him one of the most successful investors in American history. Soros considers himself a benefactor to those in need. His website claims that through the Open Society Foundations, Soros has donated 32 billion dollars from his personal wealth to help the needy.
Personal Life
George Soros has been married three times. In 1960, he married Annaliese Witschak, a German immigrant who became orphaned during World War II. Soros and Annaliese have three children. This marriage didn't last long, and they eventually divorced. Soros, who owns around 6.7 billion dollars worth of wealth, has a long list of undertakings. In 1992, he was blamed for causing the downfall of the Bank of England. At 92, Soros has named his 37-year-old son Alexander as his successor. Soros has a total of five children.
