Ratan Naval Tata, the most iconic and beloved Indian citizen and the former chairman of Tata Group, passed away at the age of 86. He was one of the most prolific personalities in the business industry, and he transformed the Tata Group from a regular company to India’s largest and most globally influential business empire. He was associated with the company for more than two decades and was loved by everyone for his great work throughout his career.
Ratan Tata was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Monday and was taken care of before he passed away on Wednesday night. The news shook the entire nation because he was an impactful man and had done many things for the country and the people. On hearing the news, many cricketers took to Twitter to mourn his demise and wrote meaningful words for the deceased.
India's former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar arrived at Tata’s Colaba residence in Mumbai to pay his respects. He has met him quite a few times and, hence, was heartbroken on receiving the news. Moreover, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde released a statement mentioning Tata's last rites, which would be conducted with full state honours.
Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Virender Sehwag pay respect to Ratan Tata
After hearing the news of Ratan Tata's demise, many cricketers, including Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Virender Sehwag, took to Twitter to pay their respects to the stalwart who changed the face of the Indian business industry.
The Maharastra Government has informed the people that Tata’s mortal remains will be placed on the lawns of the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in South Mumbai, and the general public will be allowed inside from 10 AM to 4 PM.
We have lost a true Ratan of Bharat, Shri Ratan Tata ji.
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) October 9, 2024
His life will be an inspiration for us all and he will continue to live in our hearts. Om Shanti 🙏🏼🌸 pic.twitter.com/CvTRS3VYXp
End of an era.
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) October 9, 2024
The epitome of kindness, most
inspirational, marvel of a man. Sir, you have touched so many hearts. Your life has been a blessing to the nation. Thank you for your endless and unconditional service.
Your legacy will live on. Rest in glory, sir. 🤍 pic.twitter.com/mCw0xJ84A7
A man with a heart of gold. Sir, you will forever be remembered as someone who truly cared and lived his life to make everyone else’s better. pic.twitter.com/afbAbNIgeS
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) October 10, 2024
In his life, and demise, Mr Ratan Tata has moved the nation.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 10, 2024
I was fortunate to spend time with him, but millions, who have never met him, feel the same grief that I feel today. Such is his impact.
From his love for animals to philanthropy, he showed that true progress can… pic.twitter.com/SBc7cdWbGe