Live Updates: Ratan Tata Passes Away; Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule Pay Last Respects

The ' Titan' of India, Chairman of the Tata Group, Ratan Tata passed away at a Mumbai hospital on Wednesday night. He breathed his last at the Breach Candy Hospital. Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran confirmed the death of Ratan Tata.

Olympian Neeraj Chopra says Ratan Tata will stay in our hearts

Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra expressed grief over the demise of veteran industrialist Ratan Tata and said, “I met him in March, he was not doing well, but when I heard the news yesterday, I felt great sorrow. He will always remain in our hearts and we have to follow all that we have learnt from him. I will pray to god to give peace to his soul... He was very passionate about sports and was associated with many sports federations also."

 

Watch: Ratan Tata's dog Waiting Outside NCPA lawns

 

Watch: Ratan Tata's Brother Jimmy pays last tributes

 

Rajinikanth pays emotional tribute to Tata

 

He was a very simple, ordinary and very affectionate person, says Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

“Tata is one of the Navratnas of our country... I was fortunate to spend some time with him. ​​Ratan Tata was a very simple, ordinary and very affectionate person. The country has suffered a loss with his death. His thoughts, suggestions, guidance, are definitely important for all of us, the policy makers of the country... We will definitely miss Ratan Tata ji. I pray to God that the values ​​and ideas that Ratan Tata ji carried, may those thoughts remain relevant in the development of our country," he said.

 

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan Refers to Ratan Tata As A Role Model For Every One

Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan called Ratan Tata's demise as a great loss for the nation and called the industrialist as a role model for everyone. “He is a role model for every industrialist across the world. It is a huge loss" said CP Radhakrishnan.

 

"Contribution of Ratan Tata to the country is priceless", says Amir Khan.

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan arrived at NCPA to pay last tributes to Ratan Tata and said, “It is a sad day for the country. The contribution of Ratan Tata to the country is priceless. We will all miss him a lot."

 

Ratan Tata's legacy will continue to inspire generations, says Manas Mehrotra

Manas Mehrotra, Founder, 315 Work Avenue, said, “A visionary business leader whose commitment to country’s growth and development remained paramount. He showed that true progress can only be achieved when we care for others through his numerous philanthropic contributions. His legacy of leadership and generosity will continue to inspire generations. His demise will be an irreparable loss for our society, and he will always live in our hearts & minds. May his memory be a blessing for all of us."

 

Bollywood Actor Amitabh Bachchan mourns the passing of Ratan Tata

 

Home Minister Amit Shah pays tribute to Ratan Tata

George Alexander Muthoot, MD of Muthoot Finance refers Ratan to a Legend that never dies

“A visionary, a stalwart industrialist, and a compassionate philanthropist, his invaluable contributions not only fueled India’s economic growth but also uplifted society. Our former chairman has always admired the Tata Group’s legacy of trust, excellence, integrity and dependability, values which we at Muthoot also hold dear to our heart as the guiding principles," he said and continues, “Conversations with Mr. Tata was always an enriching experience that I hold close to my heart. His wisdom and humility inspired me deeply. As India stands on the verge of a historic transformation, his guidance would have been priceless."

 

Watch: Mukesh Ambani, wife Nita Ambani pay last tributes

 

Goa CM Pramod Sawant Pay tribute to Ratan Tata

 Goa CM Pramod Sawant Ratan said that," Tata encouraged many youths to join the industrial world by investing in Startup India..."

 

See picture: Ratan Tata's hearse van wrapped in white

"Ratan Tata was a rare personality" says Congress leader Ashok Gehlot

Congress leader Ashok Gehlot said that, "Ratan Tata was a rare personality. I pray that his family and the people of Tata empire find the strength to deal with this loss."

 

Former Home Minister P. Chidambaram mourns Ratan Tata

“ I remember Shri Ratan Tata with pride and affection. May his soul rest in peace…" he tweets.

 

Congress Leader Ashok Ghelot calls Ratan Tata was a rare personality.

"Ratan Tata was a rare personality. I pray that his family and the people of Tata empire find the strength to deal with this loss," he said.

 

Anand Rathi griefs on Ratan Tata's death

Anand Rathi, founder and chairman of Anand Rathi group says he ‘had the privilege’ of meeting Ratan Tata several times.  “His(Tata) dedication to innovation, integrity, and social responsibility has transformed numerous enterprises and inspired generations of entrepreneurs to pursue excellence," says Rathi.

 

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das tweets on Ratan Tata's acheivements

 

Balaji Infra MD supports Bharat Ratna Proposal for Late Ratan Tata

Balaji Infra Projects Ltd. MD Dr Vijay Kalantri says Ratan Tata ‘deserves the Bharat Ratna’. "This is the highest civilian award I think we should honour him with it, he deserves it..." he said.

 

Pralhad Joshi says Tata played a pivotal role in helping country to rebuild.

"The whole nation is shocked after knowing that Ratan Tata is no more. The Tata group has played a pivotal role in helping the country to rebuild. The name 'Tata' is now synonymous with vision, leadership and unwavering commitment to nation-building...Ratan Tata was known for his simplicity...With the demise of Ratan Tata, Bharat Mata has lost her son who can't be forgotten so easily."

 

Jyotiraditya Scindia says his family has relation with Tata's

Watch: Uddhav Thackeray, Pay His Last Respects to Tata

‘Compassion and social responsibility can co-exist with corporate success,’ says Dr. Azad Moopen, Aster DM Healthcare Chairman

Founder and Chairman, Dr. Azad Moopen of Aster DM Healthcare said, “He not just leaves behind a legacy of business acumen but of a man who showed the world that compassion and social responsibility can co-exist with corporate success." He added that Tata's leadership has ‘shaped industries and touched countless lives’ which comes from a ‘quiet commitment to ethical principles and long-term societal value’.

 

Watch: Isha Ambani Reaches at NCPA to Pay Last Respects

 

JM Financial Ltd MD, Vishal Kampani condoles Ratan Tata's Death

“He was not only a towering figure in the corporate world but also a true humanitarian, whose commitment to social responsibility will inspire generations to come. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and the entire Tata Group during this time of profound loss," said Kampani, MD of JM Financial Ltd.

 

Former PM Manmohan Singh griefs at Ratan Tata's demise

"A towering figure," SIAM praises Late Ratan Tata

"Indian automobile industry is deeply saddened with the passing away of Shri Ratan Tata, a towering figure, who has played a stellar role in bringing the Indian auto industry to the global stage," Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) President Shailesh Chandra said in a statement.

 

"He had all the good qualities," shares Former HDFC Chairman

Former HDFC Chairman Deepak Parekh says he has ‘excellent memories’ with Ratan Tata. “He had all the good qualities, we lost him and it is a sad day for India," said Parekh

 

Vijay Wadettiwar, LoP Of Maharashtra Assembly calls Late Ratan Tata, 'Deshpremi'

He said that Ratan Tata's demise was a huge loss for the country, as Tata was "not just an industrialist but a 'desh premi'

 

 "I was an employee of Tata Steel," Say Odisha Governor Raghubar Das

"The demise of Padma Shree awardee Ratan Tata is not only a loss for the Tata Group but it is an irreparable loss for the country. He contributed in growth of the Tata Group, and not only that, he was the chairman of Tata Sons for two decades. He contributed in making the country an industrial force. It was my fortune that I was an employee of Tata Steel and then I became the CM. I used to do roadshows, I did a roadshow in Bombay, the chairman of Tata Sons used to be Cyrus Mistry, I expressed my desire to meet Ratan Tata, and when I met Ratan Tata, I requested Ratan Tata saying that as Jharkhand was his, and he laid the foundation of industry during the times of slavery in pious land of Jharkhand, hence he should attend 'Momentum Jharkhand', he came. Then I requested for a cancer hospital in Jharkhand, he asked me for land and said that he would make a cancer hospital, the hospital is serving people. He was a very simple, would value his promise. It is a personal loss for me. His name will be written in the history," he said.

 

"Demise of Ratan Tata is an irreversible loss," says Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh

"The demise of Ratan Tata is an irreversible loss to not just the nation but the world. I am paying my condolences to him by remembering his great and notable work. Ratan Tata took Tata groups to a new peak, he expanded his business to at least 100 countries across the world."

 

Maharashtra Cabinet Proposes Late Ratan Tata's Name For Bharat Ratna

Eknath Shinde tabled a proposal of giving Bharat Ratna to late Ratan Tata for his contribution in the business indusry. The approved proposal will be submitted to the Central govt. for its approval

 

Cremation to take place at Worli crematorium.

Late Ratan Tata would be cremated at Worli crematorium.

 

OLA Ceo Calls Ratan Tata His " Personal Hero " 

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal said Ratan Tata was his personal hero. He remembered  his interactions with the Tata Chairman  back in 2015, when Bhavish Aggarwal decided to invest in Ola.

 

Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal says Ratan Tata influenced him.

“His(Tata's) example inspired me that creating value is not for one self but for the larger purpose of our nation's progress," he said.

 

Sunil Mittal shared condolences with the Tata family 

He said, " He leaves behind an astronomical imprint on the Indian industry, philanthropy and the perennial zest to better the world we live in."

LK advani says, " last communication with Ratan Tata was through a ‘a warm letter’"

LK Advani says his last communication with Ratan Tata was through a ‘a warm letter’ congratulating Advani on being awarded with the Bharat Ratna.

" The country will always miss him " says Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel

 He mentioned that, " This loss can never be compensated. The country will always miss him. I pay my tributes to him,"

ISRO Chairman remembers Ratan Tata

ISRO Chairman, S. Somanath said that, " Ratan Tata symbolizes the same nature of the leadership that they have been giving to Tata's institutions... I also studied in a Tata institution,"

Mumbai Police Commissioner pays last respects

Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar paid last respect to late Ratan Tata at NCPA Lawns

Ananya Birla Pays Last Respect

She expressed that, "Hopefully, we all can work hard and take his legacy forward." 

Watch: RBI Governor pays last respects

" He was Very Kind" Says Union Minister Piyush Goel

" Ratan Tata was very kind to even our server" , said Union Minister Piyush Goel. He bursted into tears while recalling a fond memory of serving a 'simple breakfast' of ‘idli, sambar and dosa’ to Ratan Tata at his home.

 Watch: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar pays last respects

 

Watch: Sharad Pawar and Supriya Sule pay last respects At NCPA Grounds

Watch: KM Birla at NCPA lawns to pay last respects

Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma pays tribute to Ratan Tata

Cornell University pays tribute to alumnus:

Ratan Tata had earned a degree in Bachelor of Engineering from the Ivy League School. Cornell University paid a tribute to him saying that the institute “will always remember his legacy". 

Watch: People pay last respect to Ratan Tata

The last rites will be held  today at Worli crematorium after 4 pm.

" Far beyond growing the Tata Group" Says TVS Motors Chairman

TVS Motors Chairman Venu Srinivasan posted that " Mr Tata was a truly remarkable business leader, the likes of whom nations get only once in a century."

Watch: Mortal remains being taken to NCPA lawns

The last rights of Ratan Tata will begin at 3:30pm at the NCPA Lawns

Sachin Tendulkar leaves Tata's residence after paying last respects

Amit Shah to attend Ratan Tata's last rites on behalf of Modi govt

Amit Shah will attend last rites of Ratan Tata on behalf of PM Narendra Modi's government.