Anand Mahindra remembers Ratan Tata

Ratan Tata died at the age of 86.

New Delhi:

When the Tata Group announced that its chairman emeritus and one of India's most famous industrialists, Ratan Tata, had died, condolences poured in. Business leaders described Tata as an industry giant and said his mentorship and leadership would be missed.

Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group, said

“I cannot accept the absence of Ratan Tata. India's economy is on the threshold of a historic leap forward. And Ratan's life and work have a lot to do with our situation in this position. Hence his mentorship and guidance at this time.” “It would have been invaluable to help in a timely manner,” Mr. Mahindra wrote.

“With his departure, all we can do is commit ourselves to emulating his example. For he was a businessman for whom financial wealth and success were most useful when placed at the service of the global community,” he added.

I cannot accept Ratan Tata's absence.

India's economy is on the threshold of a historic leap forward.
And Ratan's life and work had a lot to do with us finding ourselves in this position.

Therefore, his mentorship and guidance would have been invaluable at this point.… pic.twitter.com/ujJC2ehTTs

– Anand Mahindra (@anandmahindra) October 9, 2024

Mr Mahindra called Tata a legend and said his contributions would not be forgotten.

“Goodbye and good luck, Mr. T. You will not be forgotten. Because legends never die… Om Shanti,” he wrote.

Gautam Adani, Chairman, Adani Group, said Tata is a visionary who embodies the spirit of India.

India has lost a giant, a visionary who redefined the path of modern India. Ratan Tata was not just a business leader – he embodied the spirit of India with integrity, compassion and an unwavering commitment to the common good. Legends like him never disappear. Om Shanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/mANuvwX8wV

— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) October 9, 2024

“India has lost a giant, a visionary who redefined the path of modern India. Ratan Tata was not just a business leader – he embodied the spirit of India with integrity, compassion and an unwavering commitment to the common good. Legends like him never go away.” “Om Shanti,” said Mr. Adani.

RPG Enterprises Chairman Harsh Goenka wrote that the clock had stopped with the death of one of India's most respected businessmen and described Tata as a “beacon of integrity.”

The clock has stopped ticking. The Titan dies. #RatanTata was a role model of integrity, ethical leadership and philanthropy who left an indelible mark on the business world and beyond. He will be remembered forever. REST IN PEACE pic.twitter.com/foYsathgmt

– Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) October 9, 2024

“The clock has stopped ticking. The Titan dies. #RatanTata was a beacon of integrity, ethical leadership and philanthropy that left an indelible mark on the business world and beyond. He will forever remain in our memories. RIP,” he posted on X.

Mr Goenka's thoughts were echoed by Biocon Executive Chairman Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, who said she was blessed to have known Tata.

This is an image I will cherish forever. Such a great man and a great spirit. It is a blessing to have known him. Om Shanthi 🙏 pic.twitter.com/c5LDTgzw8o

— Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw (@kiranshaw) October 9, 2024

“This is the saddest news – he was the biggest icon in business. I was lucky to have known him. What a great man and a great mind. Om Shanthi,” she wrote and then posted a photo of herself with Tata, saying she would treasure it forever.

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said Ratan Tata's leadership has ensured that the group's growth continues at a rapid pace while remaining true to its moral compass.

“For the Tata Group, Mr. Tata was more than just a chairman. For me he was a mentor, guide and friend. He inspired by his example. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity and innovation, the Tata Group grew under his leadership to expand its global presence while always remaining true to its moral compass, he said in a statement.

Ratan Tata became chairman of the $100 billion salt-to-software conglomerate founded by his great-grandfather in 1991 and remained in office until 2012 before taking the reins again for a year in 2016. He was awarded India's second highest civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan, in 2008.