As the world loses Ratan Tata, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sends condolences, recalls the former Tata Sons chairman’s achievements

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his condolences on the passing of veteran industrialist and Tata Sons Chairman Emeritus, Ratan Tata, describing him as a visionary business leader and a compassionate individual.

Ratan Tata, aged 86, passed away at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment following a sudden drop in blood pressure. Reports indicated that the Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group had been in critical condition in the intensive care unit before his passing.

PM on X wrote, “Shri Ratan Tata Ji was a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul and an extraordinary human being. He provided stable leadership to one of India’s oldest and most prestigious business houses. At the same time, his contribution went far beyond the boardroom. He endeared himself to several people thanks to his humility, kindness and an unwavering commitment to making our society better.”
“My mind is filled with countless interactions with Shri Ratan Tata Ji. I would meet him frequently in Gujarat when I was the CM. We would exchange views on diverse issues. I found his perspectives very enriching. These interactions continued when I came to Delhi. Extremely pained by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family, friends and admirers in this sad hour. Om Shanti,” the PM further wrote.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on X giving his condolences for Ratan Tata wrote, “Ratan Tata was a man with a vision. He has left a lasting mark on both business and philanthropy.
My condolences to his family and the Tata community.”