Ratan Tata Death: Ratan Tata reportedly breathed his last at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital
Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of Tata Sons and a philanthropist, died on October 9. He was 86. He was reportedly admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy hospital in a critical condition, where he breathed his last. Several politicians and industry leaders have expressed shock and grief over RatanTata‘s death.
In a statement, Tata Sons 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.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his condolences on Mr Tata’s death. He called him “a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being”.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the last rites of Mr Tata will be performed with full state honours.
Updates on Ratan Tata death:
“Few men have left such an enduring imprint on this world with their vision and integrity as Ratan Tata,” says Andhra Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. “Rest in peace, my friend. You’ll be missed,” he adds.
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
असा माणूस पुन्हा होणे नाही. Deeply saddened to know that Shri #RatanTata ji is no more. Condolences to the family and loved ones. Rest In Glory Sir. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/ldThYxUwJz
– Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) October 9, 2024
“The clock has stopped ticking”, says Harsh Goenka, Chairman – RPG Enterprises, on the death of Ratan Tata. He will forever soar high in our memories, he said.
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
We have lost a true Ratan of Bharat, Shri Ratan Tata ji.
His life will be an inspiration for us all and he will continue to live in our hearts. Om Shanti 🙏🏼🌸 pic.twitter.com/CvTRS3VYXp– Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) October 9, 2024
Union Home Minister Amit Shah offered his condolences to the Tata Group and “countless admirers” of Ratan Tata. In a social media post, he wrote, “He selflessly dedicated his life to the development of our nation. Every time I met him, his zeal and commitment to the betterment of Bharat and its people amazed me. His commitment to the welfare of our country and its people led to the blooming of millions of dreams.”
Deeply saddened by the demise of legendary industrialist and true nationalist, Shri Ratan Tata Ji.
He selflessly dedicated his life to the development of our nation. Every time I met him, his zeal and commitment to the betterment of Bharat and its people amazed me. His commitment… pic.twitter.com/TJOp8skXCo– Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 9, 2024
In honour of veteran industrialist Padma Vibushan Rata Tata, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has announced state mourning on Thursday (October 10). This will be a state funeral as a tribute to Ratan Tata. During this period, the national flag will fly at half-mast in government offices in the state and no entertainment or entertainment programs will be organized.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has also instructed to perform the last rites of Ratan Tata with state honours.
The mortal remains of Ratan Tata will be taken to the NCPA Lawns, Nariman Point in Mumbai at 10:30am today, for members of the public to pay their last respects and homage to the departed soul.
Public has been requested to enter NCPA Lawns from gate number 3 and exit from gate number 2. There will be no parking available at the premises. At 3.30 pm, the mortal remains will embark on its journey for the final rites.
Calling Ratan Tata his “personal hero”, Actor Kamal Haasan mourned the loss of the business leader who died on Wednesday night. “His true richness lay not in material wealth but in his ethics, integrity, humility and patriotism,” he said.
Ratan Tata Ji was a personal hero of mine, someone I’ve tried to emulate throughout my life. A national treasure whose contributions in nation-building shall forever be etched in the story of modern India.
His true richness lay not in material wealth but in his ethics,… pic.twitter.com/wv4rbkH2i1
– Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) October 9, 2024
India has lost a “giant, a visionary” who redefined modern India’s path, wrote Gautam Adani, on the passing away of Ratan Tata. He lauded his “compassion and an unwavering commitment to the greater good”.
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
Ratan Tata: Industrialist, Philanthropist, And Indian Icon
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said he was “deeply pained” by the passing away of Ratan Tata and described him a man of deep commitment and compassion.
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.
A man of deep commitment and compassion, his…
– Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) October 9, 2024
Maharashtra, deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis hailed Tata’s work in areas of education, rural development and malnourishment. Tata’s compassion was visible through the work done by the Tata Trust “for cancer patients or establishment of a hospital for animals,” Mr Fadnavis said.
श्री रतन टाटा जी सफल उद्योगपति तो थे ही किंतु वो उससे कहीं ज्यादा बड़े व्यक्तिमत्व थे।
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।#RatanTatapic.twitter.com/xWwmkJ9reD– Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) October 9, 2024
Aditya Thackeray on Wednesday expressed his grief over the death of Indian business tycoon Ratan Tata. He said in his social media post that humanity has lost a compassionate leader.
With the passing away of Ratan Tata sir, not just India, but humanity has lost a compassionate leader.
A business tycoon who also excelled at philanthropy.I will always remember him, not just for his commitment to business and philanthropy, or only for his compassion for…
– Aaditya Thackeray (@AUThackeray) October 9, 2024
Ratan Tata Death: “India Lost An Icon”, Says President Murmu On Ratan Tata’s Death
President Droupadi Murmu offered her condolences to the family of businessman Ratan Tata. President Murmu said that India has lost an icon who blended corporate growth with nation building, and excellence with ethics.
Ratan Tata Death: Rahul Gandhi, INDIA Bloc Leaders Pay Respects To Mr Tata
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi, Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge and many other INDIA bloc leaders expressed grief over Ratan Tata’s death.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said that the last rites of Ratan Tata, who died on October 9 aged 86, will be performed with full state honours.
खो गया देश का अनमोल रत्न
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
– Eknath Shinde – एकनाथ शिंदे (@mieknathshinde) October 9, 2024
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, expressed grief over Ratan Tata’s death. IIn a post on X, Sundar Pichai recalls the last time he met Mr Tata. The meeting was at Google and the two talked about the progress of Waymo. Sunday Pichai says that Mr Tata’s vision was “inspiring to hear”.
“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.
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…
– Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) October 9, 2024
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has said she was saddened by the death of industrialist Ratan Tata, describing him as “a foremost leader of Indian industries and a public-spirited philanthropist”.
Saddened by the demise of Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Sons.
The former Chairman of Tata Group had been a foremost leader of Indian industries and a public-spirited philanthropist. His demise will be an irreparable loss for Indian business world and society.
My…
– Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) October 9, 2024
Ratan Tata Dies At 86: Tata Sons’ Full StatementRatan Tata, one of India’s most loved industrialists, died today aged 86. He was reportedly admitted to a Mumbai hospital in critical condition. N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, has confirmed the sad news.
Ratan Tata dies: Anand Mahindra said he was “unable to accept” Tata’s absence
“I am unable to accept the absence of Ratan Tata. India’s economy stands on the cusp of a historic leap forward. And Ratan’s life and work have had much to do with our being in this position. Hence, his mentorship and guidance at this point in time would have been invaluable,” said Anand Mahindra.
The Congress on Wednesday condoled the death of Ratan Tata, with Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi saying he was a man with a vision “who has left a lasting mark on both business and philanthropy”.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge also expressed sadness over Tata’s death, saying that in his passing away “we have lost an invaluable son of India”.
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi condoled the death of industrilist Ratan Tata who died on Wednesday evening.
“I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ratan Tata ji. He exemplified ethical leadership, always placing the welfare of the country and its people above all else. His kindness, humility, and passion for making a difference will be remembered forever,” she wrote on X.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari condoled the death of industrialist Ratan Tata, saying the country has lost an ideal and accomplished son. Tata, 86, breathed his last at Mumbai’s Breach Candy hospital late Wednesday night.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief on the death of Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, who died at the Breach Candy Hospital following age-related health conditions.
“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,” the Prime Minister wrote on X.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences on the death of Ratan Tata, one of the country’s top industrialists, calling him “a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being”.
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
“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.
For the Tata Group, Mr. Tata was more than a chairperson. To me, he was a mentor, guide and friend. He inspired by example. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation, the Tata Group under his stewardship expanded its global footprint while always remaining true to its moral compass.
Mr. Tata’s dedication to philanthropy and the development of society has touched the lives of millions. From education to healthcare, his initiatives have left a deep-rooted mark that will benefit generations to come. Reinforcing all of this work was Mr. Tata’s genuine humility in every individual interaction.
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On behalf of the entire Tata family, I extend our deepest condolences to his loved ones. His legacy will continue to inspire us as we strive to uphold the principles he so passionately championed.
N Chandrasekaran
Chairman
Tata Sons”
