Ratan Tata: An Industrial Titan Passes Away at 86

Ratan Tata, the influential industrialist and chairman emeritus of the Tata Group, passed away at the age of 86. He was hospitalized at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. N Chandrasekaran and Harsh Goenka hailed him as a friend, mentor, guide, and titan.

Ratan Tata, the esteemed industrialist and influential figurehead of the Tata Group, has passed away at the age of 86. He was receiving treatment at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, according to reports from a police official to PTI.

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran issued a heartfelt statement on Tata's demise, acknowledging him as a 'friend, mentor and guide.' Chandrasekaran's words underscored Tata's significance within the industrial sphere and his lasting impact.

Tributes poured in, with billionaire Harsh Goenka tweeting about Tata's passing, calling him a 'titan.' The loss of such a notable figure in Indian industry marks the end of an era.

(With inputs from agencies.)