For Vanita Gupta's parents, it was a poignant moment. Through the awards a visibly moved Kamla Gupta, the mother, could be seen wiping her tears. Vanita's father, Raj L Gupta, is chairman and CEO, Rohm and Haas.

Also See: Mohini Bhardwaj is the India Abroad Person of the Year 2004

Also See: India Abroad Person of the Year 2003

Photograph: Paresh Gandhi | Design: Rahil Shaikh