Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, Passes Away at 86 in Mumbai Hospital

Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away on Wednesday at a Mumbai hospital, where he had been in critical condition and receiving intensive care for several days. The 86-year-old had mentioned on Monday that he was undergoing routine medical tests due to age-related health issues.

After the news of the death of renowned industrialist Ratan Tata was reported, senior officials of Mumbai Police have been informed about it, and keeping security in mind, security will soon be increased at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. It is being informed that Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis may reach the hospital late at night.

Several reports of his admission to hospital surfaced earlier in the week, but Ratan Tata had reassured the public, stating he was undergoing routine medical checkups due to his age and related health concerns.

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Ratan Tata Dismisses Health Rumors, Says He Remains in Good Spirits Amid Concerns

However, concerns went high as reports suggest his condition has worsened. Ratan Tata on Monday took to social media to address the rumors about his healthsaid, “There is no cause for concern. I remain in good spirits.” Tata explained that his medical evaluations were routine and asked the public and media to refrain from spreading misinformation.

It should be noted Ratan Tata is a prominent figure in Indian industry having taken over as chairman of Tata Sons in 1991. During his leadership at Tata Sons, he transformed the Tata Group from a primarily domestic company into a global powerhouse by acquiring companies like Tetley, Corus, and Jaguar Land Rover. 

Under his leadership, Tata really grew into a global business empire worth over $100 billion. In December 2012, Tata retired from his position and was succeeded by Cyrus Mistry, who passed away in a car accident in 2022.

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