RATAN TATA, the former chairman of the Tata Group and a key figure in transforming the Indian conglomerate into a global powerhouse, passed away at the age of 86, the company announced late Wednesday.
Tata, who led the group for over 20 years, played a pivotal role in expanding its global footprint through major acquisitions. His death marks the end of an era for one of India’s most prominent business leaders.
“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 Group chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran said in a statement.
Tata had been receiving intensive care in a Mumbai hospital prior to his death, sources told Reuters. His passing has prompted tributes from business leaders, politicians, and others around the world. Indian prime minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences, describing Tata as “a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul, and an extraordinary human being.” Modi also praised Tata for providing stable leadership to one of India’s oldest business houses, adding, “My thoughts are with his family, friends, and admirers in this sad hour Read More…..
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