Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata who was the chairman of Tata Sons, departed his life on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. He was 86 years old at the time of his passing.
Key Takeaways
- On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Tata Sons chairman Ratan Tata breathed his last at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital.
- He was following medical tests routine due to age-related ailments, revealed just two days before his passing.
- In the wake of Ratan Tata’s passing, the Maharashtra government announced a state-wide mourning on Thursday, October 10, 2024.
- The late businessman’s corpse will be placed at NCPA (National Centre for Performing Arts) in South Mumbai for the public to pay him final respect.
- Ratan Tata’s last rites will take place on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 3:30 PM in Worli.
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah may also arrive at Ratan Tata’s last rite and funeral ceremony.
It is with profound sadness that we share the death news of India’s one of the most influential people Ratan Tata Sir. According to the reports, Ratan Tata passed away at the age of 86 on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Furthermore, he was at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital when he breathed his last. Since the news of Ratan Tata’s passing broke out, the entire nation has been mourning his demise as he was just not a successful businessman and entrepreneur but a philanthropist, motivational speaker, and widely loved person. Nevertheless, the Maharastra government also announced that the flags would be at half-mast in the wake of Sir Ratan Tata’s demise.
People in large numbers have been inundating social media platforms with tributes and condolences, with many keen to learn what caused him to die at the age of 86. As of now, no actual cause of death for Ratan Tata has been announced but it is said that he had been undergoing routine medical tests for the past few days due to age-related ailments. At Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, Ratan Tata was receiving treatment in the intensive care unit. Despite all the efforts and intensive treatment, he could not be saved. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead on Wednesday night.
State Funeral for Ratan Tata: Date and Time Confirmed for Last Rites in Worli
On Thursday morning, the Maharashtra government declared a state-wide day of mourning in the memory of industrialist Ratan Tata. The Chief Minister of the state, Eknath Shinde confirmed that the national flag will be flown at half-mast as a tribute to Ratan Tata on Maharashtra government buildings. Ever since Ratan Tata was declared dead, people in large numbers have been taking over the internet and seeking details of his last rite and funeral ceremony, Reportedly, people can pay their final respects to Ratan Tata as his mortal remains will be available at the National Centre for Performing Arts in South Mumbai for six hours from 10 AM to 4 PM. Continue reading this article for more details.
Reportedly, late industrialist Ratan Tata’s last rite is scheduled to be held in Worli at around 3:30 PM on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Furthermore, some reports also have suggested that Union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to attend the ceremony and pay tribute to Ratan Tata. Additionally, the CMO (Chief Minister’s Office) also announced that all entertainment events have been suspended during the period of mourning Ratan Tata’s demise and the national flag will be at half-mast on all government buildings across the state.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Ratan Tata started his career with Tata Group in 1961. Initially, he worked on the shop floor of Tata Steel.
- In 1991, he chaired the Tata Son group succeeding JR Tata.
- Tata Group touched new heights of success under his leadership and acquired several prominent companies like Land Rover, Corus, and Tetley.
- He was conferred with Padma Bhushan in 2000 and Padma Vibhusan in 2008.
