Health update: Ratan Tata admitted to intensive care unit, live updates on the health of the 86-year-old Tata scion

Since the evening, reports have been circulating that Tata scion Ratan Tata is in a “critical” condition. He is said to have been taken in there Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. Tata was admitted to hospital on Monday due to age-related ailments.
“He is in hospital now… We will make an official statement tomorrow (Thursday) morning,” an official close to Ratan Tata told news agency IANS this evening.

Is Ratan Tata's health critical?

While updates on the 86-year-old's health are expected, there was heavy speculation earlier this week when there were rumors on social media that his fans and followers were worried about him.

Responding to concerns about his health, the good-natured corporate giant had issued a statement saying: “I am aware of recent rumors regarding my health and would like to assure everyone that these claims are unfounded. I am currently undergoing a medical examination.” Due to my age and related health issues, there is no cause for concern and I ask the public and media not to spread misinformation.

Tata is no longer as active in the group's day-to-day operations as it once was, but is consulted by Tata Sons leadership on key decisions, a senior company executive told Reuters.
His current condition is said to be serious, but Tata Group officials have neither confirmed nor denied anything.
The distinguished businessman is extremely popular in the country because of his demeanor and is considered the epitome of friendliness. Ratan Tata was born on December 28, 1937 into the prominent and influential Tata family. He studied architecture and civil engineering at Cornell University and later completed a management program at Harvard Business School.

In 1991, Tata became chairman of the Tata Group and led the company through a period of globalization and expansion. Under his leadership, the group made bold acquisitions and transformed Tata into a global brand. He founded the telecommunications company Tata Teleservices (TTML.NS), opened a new company in 1996 and took over the IT company Tata Consulting Services (TCS.NS), opens a new tab to the public in 2004. According to his profile on the Tata Sons website, Tata is also a member of the international advisory boards of Mitsubishi Corporation and JP Morgan Chase.
He has almost 10 million followers on Instagram. Tata tracks only two accounts: Small Animal Hospital, Mumbai and Tata Trusts.

Here are a few important facts about one of India's most famous businessmen:

Head of Tata Group
Ratan Tata took over as chairman of the Tata Group in 1991, at a time when India's economy was opening up to the world. Under his leadership, the Tata Group expanded significantly, both in India and internationally. Ratan Tata's most notable achievement is transforming Tata from a largely domestic player into a global powerhouse. Not only did it put the Tata Group on the global business map, but it also gave India a platform to showcase its business prowess.

His commitment to philanthropy is inspirational
Ratan Tata is as much a philanthropist as he is a business leader. Through these foundations, Ratan Tata has been instrumental in funding projects in education, healthcare, rural development and scientific research.
Its simplicity makes it a perfect role model for young and old
Ratan Tata is known for his modesty and simple lifestyle. He is known to live modestly, avoiding the extravagance usually associated with billionaires. He never married and often spoke about his personal values, which include integrity, honesty and empathy. His leadership style is characterized by quiet determination and a people-centered approach. Even in retirement, he remains actively involved in mentoring young entrepreneurs and leading business leaders.
He has received several awards
Ratan Tata's contributions to business and society have been widely recognized. He has received numerous national and international awards, including India's civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan, in 2008 and the Padma Bhushan in 2000. He has also received honorary degrees from several prestigious universities, including Harvard and Cambridge. In addition to national honors, he had also received honors from state governments. He received the 'Maharashtra Bhushan' in 2006 for his contribution to public administration in Maharashtra and the 'Assam Baibhav' in 2021 for his work in promoting cancer treatment in Assam.

A dutiful citizen
Ratan Tata was not only a businessman but also a dutiful citizen. “Monday is polling day in Mumbai. I urge all Mumbaikars to come out and vote responsibly,” he had tweeted in May.

Ratan Tata's family

Ratan Tata's family legacy began with Jamsetji Tata, who founded the Tata Group in 1868. Jamsetji, referred to as the “Father of Indian Industry”, laid the foundation for Tata's future ventures. He established industries that were self-sufficient and contributed to India's economic progress.
Ratan Tata's father, Naval Tata, was adopted by Navajbai Tata and was therefore in the direct line of the Tata family. Naval Tata played an influential role within the Tata Group, particularly at Tata Sons, the group's holding company.

Ratan Tata's mother, Sooni Tata, came from a family with Parsi heritage. Unfortunately, Ratan's parents, Sooni and Naval Tata, separated when he was just 10 years old. After their divorce, Ratan Tata and his younger brother Jimmy Tata were raised by their grandmother Navajbai Tata.
Ratan Tata has a younger brother named Jimmy Tata who always led a quiet and private life. Unlike Ratan, Jimmy stayed away from the limelight and did not participate in the Tata Group's business activities. He has led an inconspicuous life and remains largely unknown to the public.
Ratan Tata never married and has no children. In various interviews, he has spoken about his decision not to get married due to personal reasons. Despite this, he remains close to his extended family and is known for his close relationships with his cousins ​​and other members of the Tata family.

Ratan Tata has several cousins, most notably Noel Tata, who is also a key figure in the Tata Group. Noel Tata is the son of Simone Tata, Naval Tata's second wife, and the half-brother of Ratan Tata.