Industrialist Ratan Tata Dies at Age 86

Ratan Tata, the esteemed industrialist and philanthropist, passed away at the age of 86 at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital after a prolonged illness. Known for transforming the Tata Group into a global conglomerate, Tata's death has left a significant void in both the corporate and philanthropic sectors of India. Throughout his life, Tata remained unmarried, often reflecting on his feelings of loneliness due to this choice. In interviews, he revealed that he fell in love four times and nearly married on several occasions, but circumstances and personal fears led him to step back. Tata candidly shared that his dedication to work often took precedence over personal relationships, and he felt a longing for companionship at times. His legacy, marked by humility and integrity, is celebrated as he is remembered fondly by many, including former partner Simi Garewal, who described him as a 'gentleman' and a 'perfect friend'.