Obituary: Ratan Naval Tata (1937-2024)
Shimla, Oct 10,
With profound sorrow, was announced the passing of Ratan Naval Tata, one of India’s most admired industrialists and philanthropists, at the age of 86. A visionary leader who guided the Tata Group to global heights, Tata’s contributions to the Indian industry, economy, and social causes are unmatched.
Born in 1937, Ratan Tata spent his early years in Mumbai, attending the prestigious Campion School and later Cathedral and John Connon School. He went on to complete his schooling at Bishop Cotton School (BCS) in Shimla. It was in the tranquil hills of Shimla where Tata formed a lasting bond with the city. His time at BCS was instrumental in shaping his disciplined and compassionate leadership style, which would later define his corporate legacy.
Recently, Shimla Municipal Corporation honored Tata’s connection to the city by including him in the “Shimla Who’s Who” map installed at the iconic Scandal Point. This gesture cemented Tata’s enduring ties with the region, where he is remembered not only as a business magnate but also as a man of grace and humility.
After graduating from Riverdale Country School in New York in 1955, Tata embarked on a remarkable career that transformed the Tata Group into a global conglomerate. Yet, despite his international success, the hills of Shimla remained dear to him—a place where his foundational years were spent.
As the Nations mourns the loss of a towering figure, we remember Ratan Tata’s deep connection with Shimla and his indelible impact on the world. His memory will continue to inspire future generations.
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