American industrialist Ratan Tata mourned the death that “led India to prosperity” people

The United States on Wednesday mourned the death of veteran industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Naval Tata, remembering him as someone who led India to greater prosperity and development.

Tata, former chairman of the Tata Group who turned a staid conglomerate into India's largest and most influential conglomerate, breathed his last at Breach Candy Hospital in south Mumbai on Wednesday at 11.30 p.m. He was 86 years old.

In my last meeting with Ratan Tata at Google, we talked about Waymo's progress and it was inspiring to hear his perspective. He left behind a remarkable legacy of business and philanthropy and played a key role in mentoring and developing modern business leadership in India. He thought deeply about making India better. Deepest condolences to his loved ones and may he rest in peace Shri Ratan Tata Ji, CEO of Google and Alphabet Sundar Pichai in X.

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US-India Business Council (USIBC) Chairman Atul Keshap told PTI that the Padma Vibhushan recipient was “a unique and noble son of India, a model of nobility and generosity.”

While some mistakenly look down on business alone, Ratan Tata reminded a global audience of the nobility of trade even as he led his company and India to greater prosperity and development. He championed the values ​​of humanity and compassion not only for his colleagues and business partners, but also for the greater good, Keshap said.

His commitment to his employees has never been more evident following the horrific terrorist attack in Mumbai on November 26, 2008, and his love for country, humanity and animals has been demonstrated in many ways, including the establishment of a cancer hospital. And his legendary care for the dogs at Tata House – he said.

It is with deep sadness that the Indiaspora community acknowledges the death of Indiaspora's founder, Mr. Rangaswamy, Ratan Tata, a visionary leader, compassionate philanthropist and one of India's most respected business icons.

His extraordinary contribution to art and deep commitment to social causes have left an indelible mark not only in India but across the world. Ratan Tata's legacy will inspire generations. He told PTI that his spirit and contributions will always be a guiding light.

Ratan Tata, a Cornell graduate, was a former board member of Cornell, which became the university's largest international donor, the university said Wednesday.

Interim President Michael I. Kotlikoff said Ratan Tata left behind a tremendous legacy in India, around the world and at Cornell, for which he cares deeply.

Ratan's quiet demeanor and humility belied his international profile. His generosity and concern for others enabled research and scholarship that improved the education and health of millions of people in India and beyond, and expanded Cornell's global influence, he said.

When Ratan Tata graduated in architecture from Cornell, it was impossible to imagine the global impact of his visionary leadership, philanthropy and commitment to humanity in advancing education and research in various fields, J. Said Mijin Yoon. , dean of the Cornell University College of Architecture, Art and Planning.

Ratan Tata served as Trustee Colonel for three terms, from 2006 to 2022. In 2013, he was named Cornell Magazine's Entrepreneur of the Year and has served on the AAP Advisory Board since 2014.

Ira Drukier, American philanthropist, said: Looking back on Ratan's life and career, I am not only filled with gratitude for what he gave and accomplished, but also with deep respect for his kindness, generosity and eternal optimism, which enriched Ratan's life. India and the whole world.

Ratan Tata, one of India's most powerful and admired tycoons who turned the family business conglomerate Tata Group into a multinational corporation with globally recognized brands, has died at the age of 86, according to the New York Times.

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