Ratan Tata Status Photo : From the floors of Tata Steel to group Chairman, facts about the business icon who redefined Brand Tata

From the floors of Tata Steel to group Chairman, facts about the business icon who redefined Brand Tata

The ex-Chairman of the Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata group, passed away on Wednesday night at the age of 86.

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He was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, on October 8, where he breathed his last moments.

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Known for his visionary leadership and philanthropy, Ratan Tata has been awarded two of the highest civilian awards of India

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