PM Modi condoles the demise of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata

New Delhi: In a conversation with Noel Tata on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his condolences for the loss of his brother, seasoned businessman Ratan Tata.

On Wednesday, 86-year-old Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, died away at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai.

On behalf of the Indian government, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the legendary industrialist’s last rites.

Eknath Shinde, the chief minister of Maharashtra, said on Wednesday night that the final ceremonies would be carried out with full state honors. He said that the public would be able to pay their respects to Tata’s mortal remains on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at NCPA.

The NCPA at Nariman Point is in the process of preparing the mortal remains so that the public may pay their last respects prior to the final ceremonies.

PM Modi had expressed his “great pain” at the death of Tata, who died away on Wednesday night, in a series of tweets on X. He also emphasized Tata’s leadership and social accomplishments.

“Ratan Tata Ji was a remarkable human being, a kindhearted spirit, and a brilliant business leader. He gave one of India’s most prominent and ancient business dynasties steady leadership. However, his influence extended much beyond the boardroom. His humility, politeness, and constant dedication to improving our society have helped him win over many individuals,” he remarked.

We are deeply hurt by his death. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans. In the post, PM Modi remarked, “Om Shanti.”

“One of the most unique aspects of Shri Ratan Tata Ji was his passion towards dreaming big and giving back,” Prime Minister Modi added, remembering Ratan Tata for his advocacy of causes like animal welfare and education. He was a leading advocate for a number of issues, including animal welfare, healthcare, education, and cleanliness.”

“Innumerable conversations with Shri Ratan Tata Ji are all over my head. When I was the chief minister of Gujarat, I would often meet him. We would discuss various problems and trade opinions. His views were very enlightening to me. When I arrived in Delhi, these exchanges continued.

He was deeply hurt by his death. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with his family, friends, and fans. Om Shanti,” murmured him.
On Wednesday night, Tata Sons, the Chairman Emeritus and businessman-philanthropist, died away.

One of the most admired and well-liked businesspeople in India, he helped the Tata Group reach new heights and influenced the country’s fabric via his philanthropic and other initiatives.

Tata, who was born in Mumbai on December 28, 1937, is the chairman of the Dorabji and Ratan Tata trusts, two of the biggest charitable trusts in India supported by the private sector. From 1991 until his retirement in 2012, he served as Chairman of Tata Sons, the Tata Group’s parent company. After that, Tata Sons named him Chairman Emeritus.

In 2008, he received the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian honor in the nation.