Ratan Naval Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons and a towering figure in Indian industry, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. He died at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, where he had been undergoing treatment for a prolonged illness.
Ratan Tata, who led the Tata Group to global prominence through major acquisitions like Tetley, Corus Steel, and Jaguar Land Rover, was known for his visionary leadership and philanthropy. Under his stewardship, the Tata Group expanded globally while staying true to its ethical and social values.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other political leaders expressed grief, hailing Tata as a “visionary business leader and compassionate soul.” Tata’s last rites will be conducted with full state honors, and his body is currently kept for public viewing at Mumbai’s National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) until 3:30 pm on Thursday. Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the funeral on behalf of the Government of India.
Ratan Tata’s contributions extended beyond business, with his philanthropic efforts in education, healthcare, and rural development touching millions of lives through the Tata Trusts. His final social media message, posted just days before his passing, reflected his humility, thanking people for thinking of him.
Tata’s legacy will continue to inspire future generations, as his life exemplified leadership with integrity, innovation, and compassion.
Shri Ratan Tata Ji was a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being. He provided stable leadership to one of India’s oldest and most prestigious business houses. At the same time, his contribution went far beyond the boardroom. He endeared… pic.twitter.com/p5NPcpBbBD
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 9, 2024
Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Ratan Tata, an industrialist with a lasting legacy in Indian history. His unwavering support for Kerala’s development will always be remembered. Heartfelt condolences to his family and the Tata Group. pic.twitter.com/7lbsDnVq86
— Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) October 10, 2024
#WATCH | Mumbai | "There won't be another Ratan Tata...Every Indian is impacted today...," says Suhel Seth, the close aide of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata, as he tears up while giving an emotional tribute to him
— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2024
He says, "I would remember him as a human being of great… pic.twitter.com/4y8t397Gio
India and the world have lost a giant with a giant heart. When I was nominated to serve as ambassador, the first congratulations from India came from Ratan Tata, who gave so much in service to my hometown, serving on the board of the University of Southern California. He saw a…
— U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti (@USAmbIndia) October 10, 2024
We mourn the loss of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata, a visionary leader and a national icon whose unwavering commitment to innovation and philanthropy transformed India and the world. His legacy will inspire generations to come. We offer our deepest condolences to his family,… pic.twitter.com/UbJMLBFPE8
— U.S. Consulate Mumbai (@USAndMumbai) October 10, 2024
#WATCH | Mumbai | Mortal remains of veteran industrialist Ratan N Tata being taken to NCPA lawns for members of the public to pay their last respects pic.twitter.com/fYj3jlbdrP
— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2024
#WATCH | Mumbai | Mortal remains of veteran industrialist Ratan N Tata being taken to NCPA lawns for the public to pay their last respects
— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2024
He will be accorded state funeral this evening. pic.twitter.com/6JUgirUqkG
महान और प्रतिष्ठित उद्योगपति एवं समाजसेवी रतन टाटा जी के निधन की सूचना से मन अत्यंत व्यथित है।
— Governor of Jharkhand (@jhar_governor) October 10, 2024
उन्होंने उद्योग, शिक्षा और समाज सेवा के क्षेत्रों में अपने दूरदर्शी और निस्वार्थ योगदान से देश को नई ऊँचाइयाँ प्रदान कीं। pic.twitter.com/aTj7QwMZDF
Deeply saddened by the passing of Ratan Tata Ji. A visionary leader, philanthropist, and true gentleman whose contributions to India will forever be remembered. His legacy of integrity and compassion will continue to inspire us all.
— Ravneet Singh Bittu (@RavneetBittu) October 10, 2024
ॐ शान्ति 🙏 pic.twitter.com/KEDi1YY2Nt
#WATCH | Mumbai | On the demise of Ratan Tata, BJP leader Shaina NC says, "I think Bharat has lost its Ratna. Ratan Tata was the kind of person who didn't work only for his close ones but for the entire society... His only goal was to whatever he earned to use in the service of… pic.twitter.com/XsiNIjUh2D
— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2024
Ratan Tata ’59, B.Arch. ’62, the university’s most generous international donor and one of India's most respected business leaders and philanthropists, passed Oct. 9. We will remember his legacy of transformative giving to Cornell.https://t.co/0v0zYb6aGl
— Cornell University (@Cornell) October 9, 2024
Deeply saddened by the passing away of Thiru. #RatanTata, a true titan of Indian industry and a beacon of humility and compassion.
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) October 9, 2024
His visionary leadership not only shaped the Tata Group but also set a global benchmark for ethical business practices. His relentless dedication to… pic.twitter.com/4FFh60Ljbw
— Tata Trusts (@tatatrusts) October 10, 2024
Few men have left such an enduring imprint on this world with their vision and integrity as Ratan Tata. Today, we have lost not just a business titan, but a true humanitarian whose legacy goes beyond industrial landscape to live in every heart he touched. As I mourn his passing… pic.twitter.com/f4L1TJi9Dt
— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) October 9, 2024
The clock has stopped ticking. The Titan passes away. #RatanTata was a beacon of integrity, ethical leadership and philanthropy, who has imprinted an indelible mark on the world of business and beyond. He will forever soar high in our memories. R.I.P pic.twitter.com/foYsathgmt
— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) October 9, 2024
India has lost a giant, a visionary who redefined modern India's path. Ratan Tata wasn’t just a business leader - he embodied the spirit of India with integrity, compassion and an unwavering commitment to the greater good. Legends like him never fade away. Om Shanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/mANuvwX8wV
— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) October 9, 2024
Deeply pained by the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata Ji- a towering figure of Indian industry, whose contributions towards building a self-reliant Bharat will forever be an inspiration to entrepreneurs in India and beyond.
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) October 9, 2024
A man of deep commitment and compassion, his…
श्री रतन टाटा जी सफल उद्योगपति तो थे ही किंतु वो उससे कहीं ज्यादा बड़े व्यक्तिमत्व थे।
— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) October 9, 2024
समाज और देश के लिए उनके द्वारा किए गए कार्य बहुत महत्त्वपूर्ण हैं। एक बहुत बड़े मन के व्यक्ति आज हमारे बीच से चले गए हैं ये देश के लिए बहुत बड़ा नुकसान है।#RatanTata pic.twitter.com/xWwmkJ9reD
खो गया देश का अनमोल रत्न
— Eknath Shinde - एकनाथ शिंदे (@mieknathshinde) October 9, 2024
रतनजी टाटा नैतिकता और उद्यमशीलता के अपूर्व और आदर्श संगम थे.लगभग 150 वर्षों की उत्कृष्टता और अखंडता की परंपरा वाले टाटा ग्रुप की कमान सफलतापूर्वक संभालने वाले रतनजी टाटा एक जीवित किवदंती थे.उन्होंने समय-समय पर जिस निर्णय क्षमता और मानसिक दृढ़ता का परिचय… https://t.co/u6MdkdheCC
