Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, dies at 86
Condolences started to pour in as news of Ratan Tata's death broke out.
Ratan Tata, a visionary industrialist and chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, died on Wednesday. He had been undergoing treatment for the past few days.
- Ratan Tata died at Mumbai hospital on Wednesday night
- He had been undergoing treatment for the last few days
- PM pays tribute to Ratan Tata, calls him ‘extraordinary human being’
Ratan Naval Tata, a legend of the Indian industry and chairman emeritus of the Tata Group, died late Wednesday night at the age of 86. He had been undergoing treatment for prolonged illness at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital for the last few days.
“It is with a profound sense of loss that we bid farewell to Mr Ratan Naval Tata, a truly uncommon leader whose immeasurable contributions have shaped not only the Tata Group but also the very fabric of our nation,” Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran said in a statement announcing his death.
Condolences started to pour in as news of Ratan Tata’s death broke out. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to Ratan Tata, calling him “a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being”.
“It is a very sad day for India and India Inc. Ratan Tata’s passing away is a big loss, not just to the Tata Group, but to every Indian. At a personal level, the passing of Ratan Tata has filled me with immense grief as I lost a dear friend. Each of my numerous interactions with him left me inspired and energised and enhanced my respect for the nobility of his character and the fine human values he embodied.
Ratan Tata was a visionary industrialist and a philanthropist, who always strove for society’s greater good.With the demise of Mr Ratan Tata, India has lost one of her most illustrious and kind-hearted sons. Mr Tata took India to the world and brought the best of the world to Bharat. He institutionalised the House of Tata and made it an international enterprise growing the Tata group over 70 times since the time he took over as Chairman in 1991.
On behalf of Reliance, Nita and the Ambani family, I send my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved members of the Tata family and the entire Tata Group.Ratan, you will always remain in my heart. Om Shanti” said by Mukesh Ambani.
Ratan Tata news: Defence minister Rajnath Singh expresses grief over Ratan Tata’s demise“Saddened by the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata. He was a Titan of the Indian industry known for his monumental contributions to our economy, trade and industry. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and admirers. May his soul rest in peace,” Rajnath Singh said in a post on X
Ratan Tata news live updates: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi offers condolences“Ratan Tata was a man with a vision. He has left a lasting mark on both business and philanthropy. My condolences to his family and the Tata community,” Rahul Gandhi said in a post on X.
Ratan Tata news live updates: Google CEO Sundar Pichai recalls his last meeting with Ratan Tata.“My last meeting with Ratan Tata at Google, we talked about the progress of Waymo and his vision was inspiring to hear. He leaves an extraordinary business and philanthropic legacy and was instrumental in mentoring and developing the modern business leadership in India. He deeply cared about making India better. Deep condolences to his loved ones and Rest in Peace Shri Ratan Tata Ji,” Sundar Pichai said in a post on X.
