About L. P. Jai
Lived 1902 – 1968 (aged 65). L. P. Jai was an Indian cricketer.
Career As was the case with cricketers prior to commercial sponsorships, Jai was employed by the Imperial Bank of India, later State Bank of India, by way of a job for life. This helped to nurture his hobby, philately. He became an eminent philatelist, being in a position to "rescue" every stamped envelope that came to the bank every day. He specialised in British Empire stamps.
Family/Personal Life Jai was married to Kanta. They had two children. His son Shashikant is a businessman in Nairobi and his daughter Purnima Zaveri is a renowned singer.
Jai died on 29 January 1968 in Bombay from cardiac arrest.
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Who was L. P. Jai?
Indian cricket player. (1902-1968)
When was L. P. Jai born?
L. P. Jai was born on 1 April 1902 in Mumbai.
When did L. P. Jai die?
L. P. Jai died on 29 January 1968 in Bombay, Maharashtra.
What was L. P. Jai's occupation?
L. P. Jai was a cricketer.
What nationality was L. P. Jai?
L. P. Jai was Indian.
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