Tata Sons chairman emeritus Ratan Tata breathed his last on October 9 in Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. He had been admitted after a sudden drop in blood pressure and remained in critical condition in the ICU. As the entire nation mourns the loss of Ratan Tata, we shed light on a few interesting facts about him.
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11 Interesting Facts About Ratan Tata
1- Ratan Tata is known for his philanthropic work, having reportedly donated billions of dollars over the years. As a result, despite overseeing the creation of a $300 billion empire, he remains off the billionaire list.
This 85-year-old built a $300B empire and discreetly donated over $100B to keep off the "billionaire's list"Owner of Jaguar and Land Rover, and India's airline, steel, retail, car, and tech sectors.
Meet the greatest philanthropist you've never heard of: Ratan Tata pic.twitter.com/qyeMOKToAG
— Nico Garcia (@nicogarcia) August 26, 2024
2- Tata was adopted by his grandmother, Navajbai Tata, after his parents separated when he was just 10 years old. He received his early education in Mumbai and Shimla before graduating from Riverdale Country School in New York City in 1955. He later attended Cornell University and went on to study at Harvard Business School.
Adopted by his grandmother, @RNTata2000 Ratan Tata’s educational journey is impressive.– Born in 1937 in India, Ratan Tata's life took a turn when his parents divorced when he was just 10. His grandmother, Navajbai Tata, widow of Sir Ratan Tata, the founder of the Tata Trust,… pic.twitter.com/r5Rnha2SPp
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3- Ratan Tata fell in love four times but never married.
He fell in love 4 times but never married.– Ratan Tata once fell in love in Los Angeles, but her parents opposed her moving to India due to the 1962 Indo-China War. He never married.
– He also loved a business associate's daughter but parted ways due to career and family… pic.twitter.com/nFP6E3a5wJ
— Nico Garcia (@nicogarcia) August 26, 2024
4- Ratan Tata turned down a lucrative job offer from IBM to dedicate himself to building the Tata Group, the company he became synonymous with. He began his career managing the blast furnace and limestone dump, and over the years, led several key projects. In 1991, he became CEO of the Tata Group. Even after his retirement, Tata remained deeply involved in the group’s ventures and philanthropic efforts.
Working at the family's company: Tata @TataCompanies– Ratan Tata declined the job offer from IBM to work for his family's company. He kicked off his career managing the blast furnace and limestone dump.
– He led key projects and innovations, starting with overseeing the Tata… pic.twitter.com/U3LgGS01rO
— Nico Garcia (@nicogarcia) August 26, 2024
5- Tata was a trained pilot and became the first Indian to fly the F-16 Falcon fighter jet in 2007. He once saved the lives of his classmates by safely landing an aircraft after its engine failed mid-air.
He is a trained pilot and once saved his friends' lives. – Ratan Tata has a passion for flying and is a licensed pilot. He learned to fly at the age of 17 and became the first Indian to fly the F-16 Falcon fighter jet in 2007. He also flew the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and the… pic.twitter.com/BVEpXK4MuW
— Nico Garcia (@nicogarcia) August 26, 2024
6- Ratan Tata and his love for dogs is well known. He frequently used his Instagram platform to find shelter homes for stray dogs and made it a point to ensure that animals entering the Taj Mahal Hotel in Mumbai were treated with kindness and care.
A dog lover and modest lifestyle.– Ratan Tata leads a modest life in Colaba, Mumbai with his two dogs, Tito (German Shepherd) and Tango (Golden Retriever).
– His Bombay House HQ offers facilities for stray dogs, including food, water, toys, and a play area, continuing a… pic.twitter.com/RRanCGOOqy
— Nico Garcia (@nicogarcia) August 26, 2024
7- Ratan Tata was an avid art collector and car enthusiast. His art collection spanned a range of mediums, from paintings and photographs to sculptures. He particularly admired the works of renowned artists like MF Husain, SH Raza, Anjolie Ela Menon, and Jehangir Sabavala.
In addition to his passion for art, Tata had a deep love for cars and motorcycles. His impressive collection included both vintage and modern vehicles, such as a Mercedes-Benz 500 SL, Ferrari California, and a Royal Enfield Bullet.
He is an avid Art collector and Car enthusiast.– Ratan Tata has a keen interest in art and culture and has a collection of paintings, sculptures, and photographs. He is especially fond of the works of MF Husain, SH Raza, Anjolie Ela Menon, and Jehangir Sabavala.
– He also… pic.twitter.com/U1Vq1B9obG
— Nico Garcia (@nicogarcia) August 26, 2024
In his last Instagram post on October 7, Ratan Tata expressed gratitude towards people for “thinking about him”. In a statement, he said, “I am aware of recent rumours circulating regarding my health and want to assure everyone that these claims are unfounded. I am currently undergoing medical check-ups for my age and related medical conditions.”
“There is no cause for concern. I remain in good spirits and request that the public and media respect refrain from spreading misinformation,” the statement further read.
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