<p>On behalf of the French President, Ambassador of France to India Jerome Bonnafont conferred the distinction to Bajaj and Kalyani for their contributions to the development of Indo-French cooperation in business.<br /><br />Accepting the award, Bajaj said: "It is indeed a great honour to receive this recognition. It is a great honour for the members of the Bajaj Group and a tribute to the spirit of entrepreneurship."</p>.<p>The Order of the Legion of Honour was instituted in 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte and it is the highest distinction that can be conferred on a French citizen or a foreigner.<br /><br />Commenting on the distinction, Kalyani said: "This is very encouraging and I am honoured to accept it. This award is not only for me but a recognition to India as well."</p>
<p>On behalf of the French President, Ambassador of France to India Jerome Bonnafont conferred the distinction to Bajaj and Kalyani for their contributions to the development of Indo-French cooperation in business.<br /><br />Accepting the award, Bajaj said: "It is indeed a great honour to receive this recognition. It is a great honour for the members of the Bajaj Group and a tribute to the spirit of entrepreneurship."</p>.<p>The Order of the Legion of Honour was instituted in 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte and it is the highest distinction that can be conferred on a French citizen or a foreigner.<br /><br />Commenting on the distinction, Kalyani said: "This is very encouraging and I am honoured to accept it. This award is not only for me but a recognition to India as well."</p>