India’s veteran industrialist Ratan Tata passes away, breathed his last at Breach Candy Hospital at the age of 86.

New Delhi. Ratan Tata, India’s eminent industrialist and former chairman of Tata Group, passed away on Wednesday, 09 October 2024. He was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Monday due to age-related ailments. After his health suddenly deteriorated, he was shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where he breathed his last.

Ratan Tata was admitted to the hospital after a sudden drop in blood pressure. After this his condition started becoming serious, due to which he was transferred to ICU. Two days earlier, on October 7, he had refuted rumors spread about his health through a post on social media. He told his followers and fans that there was nothing to worry about and he was just undergoing an age-related medical checkup.

What was said in the last social media post?

Ratan Tata had written in his last social media post, “I am currently undergoing a medical checkup due to my age-related medical conditions. There is no reason to worry. I am in a good mood.” He had appealed to the media and public not to spread misinformation.

Leadership and Contribution of Tata Group

Ratan Tata took over as chairman of Tata Sons in 1991 and led the Tata Group until his retirement in 2012. During his tenure, he led the Tata Group to new heights and established Tata Teleservices in 1996, leading the Tata Group’s expansion into the telecommunications industry.