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Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of the Tata Group and philanthropist, passed away yesterday at the age of 86. To pay their last respects, here are some of India’s biggest industrialists and dignitaries that paid their tribute: 

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Mukesh & Nita Ambani (Chairman of Reliance Industries Limited) Mukesh Ambani called Tata’s death a “big loss” for India and for him personally, expressing how their conversations always left him inspired. Nita Ambani joined him in offering condolences, acknowledging Tata’s vast contributions to industry and philanthropy. 

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Harsh Goenka (Chairman of RPG Enterprises) The chairman of RPG Enterprises shared heartfelt sentiments, describing Tata as a “beacon of integrity, leadership, and philanthropy, with a legacy that will continue to inspire the business world”

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Kumar Mangalam Birla (Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group)The chairman of the Aditya Birla Group reflected on Tata's profound impact on India's business environment, crediting him for setting high standards of ethics and growth within the corporate world 

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Akash Ambani, Anand Piramal, and Isha Ambani (Reliance Group, Piramal Realty)The extended Ambani family attended, including Anand Piramal, Executive Director of Piramal Group and founder of Piramal Realty, and wife Isha Ambani, director at Reliance Jio and Reliance Retail. Akash Ambani, chairman of Reliance Jio, also joined them.

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Uday Kotak (Founder and CEO of Kotak Mahindra Bank) The veteran banker emphasized Tata’s role in making India proud on a global stage, noting his commitment to the nation’s development and his indelible influence on India's corporate sector

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N. R. Narayana Murthy (Co-founder of Infosys) The co-founder of Infosys has long admired Tata's leadership and philanthropic spirit, recognizing him as a mentor and a role model for Indian entrepreneurs, guiding India toward global recognition 

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Anand Mahindra (Chairman of the Mahindra Group) Anand Mahindra expressed difficulty in accepting Tata's absence, noting that his work has significantly contributed to India's current economic growth. He emphasized the need to emulate Tata’s legacy and value 

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Shiv Nadar (Founder of HCL Technologies)Nadar highlighted Tata’s remarkable vision and his dedication to philanthropic causes, which left a deep impression on him. He called Tata a “beacon for ethical leadership and service to society.” 

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Naveen Jindal (Associated with the Jindal Group) Naveen Jindal expressed his sadness, noting Tata’s humility and compassion. He described Tata as a visionary whose principles and work ethic continue to inspire the next generation . 

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Falguni Nayar (Founder of Nykaa) The founder of Nykaa, Nayar acknowledged the path Ratan Tata paved for Indian entrepreneurs, particularly appreciating his encouragement of new-age businesses and startups in India 

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Shaktikanta Das (Governor of the Reserve Bank of India) The RBI Governor commemorated Ratan Tata's contributions to India's financial and industrial sectors, underscoring his role in shaping modern India's global economic presence 

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Ranjan Pai (Associated with Manipal Group)While no direct tribute from Ranjan Pai surfaced, it’s known that he admired Tata’s ability to balance business success with social responsibility. Tata’s impact on Indian industry served as an inspiration for many like Pai.