INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
President Droupadi Murmu offered her condolences on Thursday to the family of businessman Ratan Tata
(Photo: Reuters)5 min read Last Updated : Oct 10 2024 | 7:13 AM IST
Political leaders across the country paid their tributes to the
veteran Industrialist Ratan Tata who passed away on Wednesday evening.
Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus, Tata Sons, passed away at Breach
recipient of Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan, he took forward the great Tata legacy and gave it a more impressive global presence
He inspired seasoned professionals and young students alike
His contribution to philanthropy and charity is invaluable," she said.
"I convey my condolences to his family, the entire team of the Tata
Group and his admirers across the globe," the post added.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Thursday night that the last
rites of industrialist Ratan Tata will be performed with full state honours
condolences to Ratan Tata's family, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said in a post on X, "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.".
"A true beacon
of humility and integrity, his legacy of giving back to society will continue to inspire generations," he added.
Paying his tributes,
#RatanTata, a true titan of Indian industry and a beacon of humility and compassion
His visionary leadership not only shaped the Tata Group but also set a global benchmark for ethical business practices
His relentless dedication to nation-building, innovation, and philanthropy has left an indelible mark on millions of lives," CM Stalin said
in a post on X.
"India has lost a giant, but his legacy will continue to inspire generations
I offer my deepest condolences to his family, colleagues, and the entire Tata Group in this profound moment of loss," he added.
West
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee offered her condolences and said, "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," CM Mamata Banerjee wrote on X.
Andhra Pradesh Chief
Minister N Chandrababu Naidu offered his deepest condolences to the Tata Group.
"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
As I mourn his passing today, I also reflect on his remarkable contributions to industry, philanthropy, and nation-building that will
forever inspire generations
An iconic legacy to cherish," CM Naidu said in a post on X while paying his tributes to the veteran industralist.
Haryana Chief Minister
Nayab Singh Saini termed the demise of Ratan Tata "extremely sad and painful."
"You will always be remembered for taking India forward on
the path of development and for your unprecedented contribution in the field of health and public service," CM Saini said in a post on
X.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that Tata was a visionary who not only employed millions of people through the organization
but also took the Indian business sector to new heights at the international level.
Paying his tribute to veteran industrialist,
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP) Chief, Sharad Pawar said in a post on X, "Ratan Tata's nature of always giving a helping hand to
overcome every natural or human crisis befalling the country will always be remembered."
Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik said Ratan Tata
was a "shining beacon of India's entrepreneurial spirit."
"Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of visionary industrialist,
philanthropist #RatanTata
He has left an indelible legacy in the business landscape across the world which will inspire future generations," Patnaik wrote on
X.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said in a post on X, "The demise of India's renowned industrialist, 'Padma Vibhushan'
heights and touched the fabric of the nation through his contributions across different areas including philanthropy.
Tata, born on
December 28, 1937, in Mumbai, is the Chairman of Ratan Tata Trust and Dorabji Tata Trust, two of the largest private-sector-promoted
philanthropic trusts in India
He was the Chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group, from 1991 until his retirement in 2012
Then he was appointed Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons.
He was honoured with the country's second-highest civilian award, the Padma
Vibhushan, in 2008.(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the
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