Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group, passed away at the age of 86 on 9th October, in Mumbai.
Late to the social media scene, Tata kept everyone updated on his work, and debunked rumours, even in his last days.
Today, the stalwart rests in peace, but his work will forever live on.
Chairman N. Chandrasekaran said, “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.”
Business leaders across the globe mourned this grave loss.
Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai recalled his last meeting with Tata, who supported the progress of Waymo.
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani wrote, “Ratan Tata’s passing away is a big loss, not just to the Tata Group, but to every Indian. Mr Tata took India to the world and brought the best of the world to Bharat.”
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani paid tribute to Tata, referring to him as "a giant, a visionary who redefined modern India’s path."
Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group, expressed his sorrow, emphasising the impact of Tata’s contributions to India’s current economic momentum.
FICCI President Anish Shah remembers Mr Ratan Tata as a role model who embodied the values of integrity, humility, and social responsibility.