As nation mourns the loss of visionary leader Ratan Tata, how politicians, businessmen, celebrities remember him
Ratan Tata Death: In the wake of his passing, numerous prominent persons, including politicians and Bollywood celebrities, expressed their condolences and shared their tributes to this legendary individual.
Rata Tata Death News: A sombre morning swept across the nation as India bid farewell to a veteran industrialist and Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata, who passed away on the night of October 9, 2024, at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, announced the news on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). In the wake of his passing, numerous prominent persons, including politicians and Bollywood celebrities, expressed their condolences and shared their tributes to this legendary individual.
Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government has declared a day of mourning in the state on Thursday to pay tributes to him.
How politicians, businessmen, celebrities remember him
Here’s how top government officials, business leaders, and influential personalities reacted on social media following the demise of Ratan Tata:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
"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," Modi wrote.
PM on Ratan Tata death
PM further added, "His contributions extended far beyond the boardroom. His humility, kindness, and unwavering commitment to improving society endeared him to many."
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
"Saddened by the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata, a leader par excellence, visionary industrialist, and philanthropist whose contributions have left an indelible mark on our society," FM Sitharaman said.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah
"As you all know we lost Ratan Tata yesterday. I will need to go to Mumbai today. I pay my heartfelt tribute to him. Ratan Tata ji was a very respectful industrialist," Shah said.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman
The Finance Minister noted that his deep resolve to innovation, ethical business practices, and social responsibility has transformed industries and uplifted communities.
"Extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. His remarkable legacy will continue to inspire generations to come," Sitharaman wrote.
"Ratan Tata was a man with a vision. He has left a lasting mark on both business and philanthropy," Rahul Gandhi said.
"My condolences to his family and the Tata community," Congress leaders wrote.
Akshay Kumar
"The world bids farewell to a man who built more than just an empire. Heartbroken to hear about the passing of Shri Ratan Tata," Akshay Kumar wrote on X.
He further noted, "His legacy of kindness, innovation, and leadership will continue to inspire generations. Rest in peace, a true legend. Om Shanti"
Harsh Goenka
RPG Group Chairman, Harsh Goenka wrote on his X platform "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."
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said, "Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata Ji, a visionary leader whose business acumen and relentless dedication transformed India's business landscape."
Sundar Pichai
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, said, "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."
Chandrajit Banerjee of CII
Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General, Confederation of Indian Industry said that Ratan Tata was indeed the perfect example of a leader, nation builder, philanthropist, a global entrepreneur and much more. His kind, soft and gracious nature in spite of his stature was inspirational and rare.
"His advice to us at CII was always insightful demonstrated his belief in Indian businesses ability, capabilities globally and most of all how Indian companies should play a meaningful tole in the society to build a stronger nation," Banerjee noted.