Ratan Tata Death News: The passing of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of many across India. The nation has been grieving since his demise on Wednesday night at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. At the age of 86, Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, was a prominent figure in the corporate world and a beloved philanthropist whose impact extended far beyond business.
Tributes poured in from celebrities and admirers, reflecting on Tata’s humility, vision, and dedication to the nation. Megastar Amitabh Bachchan took to Instagram to honor him, sharing a heartfelt message: "An era has just passed away... his humility, his great resolve, his vision, and his determination to accomplish the very best for the Nation, ever a pride. It was my greatest honour to have had an opportunity and privilege to work together towards common humanitarian causes. A very sad day... my prayers."
Similarly, Kareena Kapoor Khan shared throwback pictures of Tata on her Instagram story, writing, "Goodbye to The Titan... Fly high like you loved... and oh how you taught us to love..." In another post, she paid homage by stating, "In Power Forever... Padma Vibhushan. Shri Ratan Tata."
Alia Bhatt also expressed her condolences, noting, "Ratan Tata taught multiple generations what it is to give. Perhaps the most impactful human being of all time... this is a loss we will feel for many more years to come. But that's the thing about heroes... their impact... so deeply rooted - lives on forever & ever."
Bobby Deol referred to Tata as "the man with a golden heart who transformed the lives of billions" in his post, while Shilpa Shetty remarked, "Your quiet strength and endless compassion made the world a better place. Rest in peace, you will be deeply missed."
Kajol shared her sentiments, saying, "A legend passes away... an era ends... respect always. RIP. You have done more than your share of enough." Kamal Haasan, on his platform X, called Tata "a personal hero" and acknowledged his immense contributions to nation-building. He reminisced about meeting Tata during the immediate aftermath of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, highlighting Tata's embodiment of the Indian spirit during that crisis.
Ratan Tata was born on December 28, 1937, in Mumbai and led Tata Sons from 1991 until his retirement in 2012. His leadership transformed the Tata Group into a global powerhouse while significantly contributing to various philanthropic efforts through the Ratan Tata Trust and Dorabji Tata Trust. In recognition of his remarkable service, he was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honour, in 2008.
As India mourns the loss of Ratan Tata, his legacy of integrity, ethics, and commitment to philanthropy will continue to inspire future generations.