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    Anand Mahindra remembers Ratan Tata

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    'Unable to accept...': Anand Mahindra remembers Ratan Tata

    Ratan Tata died at the age of 86.

    New Delhi:

    Condolences poured in as the Tata Group announced the death of its chairman emeritus and one of India’s most illustrious industrialists, Ratan Tata. Leading business figures described Tata as a titan of industry and said his mentorship and guidance would be missed.

    Mahindra Group chairman Anand Mahindra told X that he could not accept Tata’s absence and that the only thing that could be done now was to follow his example.

    ‘I cannot accept Ratan Tata’s absence. The Indian economy is on the verge of a historic leap forward. And Ratan’s life and work had a lot to do with us being in this position. Hence his mentorship and guidance in this regard. over time would have been invaluable,” Mr. Mahindra wrote.

    “Now that he is gone, we can only do our best to follow his example. Because he was a businessman for whom financial wealth and success were most useful when put at the service of the world community,” he added.

    Mr Mahindra called Tata a legend and said his contributions will not be forgotten.

    “Goodbye and good morning, Mr. T. You will not be forgotten. Because legends never die… Om Shanti,” he wrote.

    Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani said Tata was a visionary who embodied the spirit of India.

    “India has lost a giant, a visionary who redefined modern India’s path. Ratan Tata was not just a business leader – he embodied the spirit of India with integrity, compassion and an unwavering commitment to the greater good. Legends like him never fade. Om Shanti,” said Mr Adani.

    RPG Enterprises chairman Harsh Goenka wrote that the clock had stopped ticking following the death of one of India’s most respected businessmen and described Tata as a “beacon of integrity”.

    “The clock is no longer ticking. The Titan passes away. #RatanTata was a beacon of integrity, ethical leadership and philanthropy, who left an indelible mark on the business world and beyond. He will forever float high in our memories. RIP,” he posted on X.

    Mr Goenka’s thoughts were echoed by Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, executive chairman of Biocon, who said she was blessed to have known Tata.

    “This is the saddest news: he was the greatest business icon. I was blessed to have known him. What a wonderful man and a wonderful spirit. Om Shanthi,” she wrote and then posted a photo of herself with Tata, in which she said she would cherish it forever.

    N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, said Ratan Tata’s leadership ensured that the group’s growth continued apace while staying true to its moral compass.

    “To the Tata Group, Mr. Tata was more than a Chairman. To me, he was a mentor, guide and friend. He inspired by example. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity and innovation, the Tata Group expanded under his leadership extends beyond his global footprint, while always remaining true to his moral compass,” he said in a statement.

    Ratan Tata became chairman of the $100 billion salt-to-software conglomerate, founded by his great-grandfather, in 1991 and remained in the role until 2012, taking charge again for a year in 2016. He received India’s second highest civilian award. , the Padma Vibhushan, in 2008.

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