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11 October 2024 10:52:13

Renowned industrialist Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata passes away

Mumbai – India’s renowned industrialist Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata passed away on October 9 at 11:30 p.m. at the age of 86. He breathed his last at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. He was undergoing treatment in the hospital for the past few days. He was admitted to the intensive care unit for treatment. The loss of a well-known industrialist and a great personality is being mourned across all the levels of society. A day of mourning was observed in Maharashtra on October 10 due to the death of Ratan Tata. Ratan Tata’s mortal remains have been kept at his residence in Colaba. They were kept at the National Center for Performing Arts (NCPA) in South Mumbai from 10 a.m. till 4 p.m. for last respects. Due to the death of Ratan Tata, Maharashtra along with some other States had declared mourning on October 10.

Introduction of Ratan Tata

Ratan Tata was born on 28th December 1937. He graduated in architecture and structural engineering from Cornell University in the US. He further enhanced his business skills by studying in the Advanced Management Programme at the University of Harvard. In 1962, he joined the Tata Group as a trainee. In 1991, after the death of JRD Tata, he became the leader of Tata Group. Under his leadership, the Tata Group established itself in international markets. He revolutionised Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Consultancy Services and Tata Teleservices.

He was an ideal social worker. He gave a large part of his wealth for social welfare. For his work, he was honoured with the Padma Bhushan (year 2000) and Padma Vibhushan (year 2008), the country’s highest civilian awards by the Government of India. He also received various honours in the USA, Britain, and other countries.

Prime Minister Modi pays tribute

Ratan Tata became popular due to his unwavering commitment to making society better

Paying tribute to Ratan Tata, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on ‘X’, ‘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 himself to several people thanks to his humility, kindness and an unwavering commitment to making our society better. One of the most unique aspects of Shri Ratan Tata Ji was his passion towards dreaming big and giving back. He was at the forefront of championing causes like education, healthcare, sanitation, animal welfare to name a few. My mind is filled with countless interactions with Shri Ratan Tata Ji. I would meet him frequently in Gujarat when I was the CM. We would exchange views on diverse issues. I found his perspectives very enriching. These interactions continued when I came to Delhi. Extremely pained by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family, friends and admirers in this sad hour. Om Shanti.’

One day mourning and State funeral

In the honour of industrialist Ratan Tata, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde announced that October 10 will be observed as a mourning day. Therefore, on this day, the national flag at all Government offices in the State was kept at half-mast. On October 10, no entertainment programmes were celebrated in the State. Ratan Tata was given a State funeral.

Humanity, philanthropy, trustworthiness lost : Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister

Mumbai – Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wrote on ‘X’, ‘With the death of veteran industrialist Mr. Ratan Tata Ji, a senior personality who made the entire country feel the richness of humanity has passed away. With his death, humanity, charity and trustworthiness have been lost. Shri Ratan Tata Ji was a successful businessman. But, beyond that, he was a threat to the country. He was the epitome of community spirit, humanity and modesty. His work in the field of education, rural development and malnutrition-health is very remarkable. Along with the economic development of the country, his contribution in the development of humanity is very great. He always lived with the belief that what he earned from the society should be returned to the society. His departure is a great loss to Maharashtra and the country.’

‘Shrimant Yogi’ lost : Raj Thackeray, President, MNS

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj cannot be compared to anyone in this world; but Samarth Ramdas Swami had called Maharaj a ‘Shrimant Yogi’ (Rich Yogi). Ramdas Swami’s accurate description of the Maharaj is nowhere else to be found. When thinking about Ratan Tata, the simile ‘Shrimant Yogi’ seems apt. Despite being rich, he did not flaunt his wealth. It is sad that such a man will not be seen by future generations. It is sad that I lost a senior friend today; but overall India has lost perhaps the last such accomplished yet detached entrepreneur, which is a greater sorrow.

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