Ratan Tata stands as a proud figure in India. His contributions to the nation's development have been noteworthy, reflecting his commitment to societal progress over personal wealth accumulation. Celebrating his 85th birthday, ratan tata boasts an extensive following, with 12.7 million ex-followers and 9 million instagram followers. He was born on december 28, 1937, into the renowned Tata family, he faced a separation of his parents at the age of ten.
He is raised by his grandmother Nawaz Bai Tata, ratan tata pursued education at prestigious institutions, including Campion school, Cathedral and john Cannon school, Bishop Cotton school, and later received his diploma from Riverdale Country school in New York City in 1955. Embarking on his career journey, ratan tata joined the Tata Group in 1961 and later graduated from Harvard business school, adding to his credentials as an alumnus of Cornell university College of Architecture.
Noteworthy milestones in his career include the establishment of Tata Consultancy services (TCS) in 2004 and the global recognition achieved through mergers with companies like Corus, Tetley, and Jaguar Land Rover. Renowned for his philanthropy, ratan tata has made substantial donations for various causes, such as the Tata Scholarship Fund at Cornell university and the Tata Centre for technology and Design at IIT-Bombay.
Despite his education, intelligence, and wealth, ratan tata chose to remain unmarried. The poignant reason behind this decision stems from a love story during his days in Los Angeles. Unfortunately, due to the circumstances surrounding the 1962 Indo-China war, the relationship faced obstacles, and ratan tata opted to stay unmarried. His life stands as a testament to his dedication to nation-building and philanthropy, leaving an indelible mark on India's business landscape.
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