Ratan Tata: A Teetotaler, Non-smoker, Who Choose to Stay Single

Mumbai: Ratan Tata, Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons died at the age of 86 in Mumbai. India will always be indebted to his contributions in advancing the Indian economy

As many have noted, the Tata Group was focussing on the philosophy of “From Needle to Airlines” under his leadership. Ratan Tata embraced this belief throughout his life and leadership, emphasizing the distinction between industrialists and businessmen. This approach significantly contributed to the Indian economy.

But What Do We Know About Ratan Tata’s Private Life 

The revered industrialist Ratan Tata was a teetotaler, a non-smoker, who preferred to remain single all throughout his life.

Despite being one of India’s most successful businessmen, Ratan Tata, the former chairman of the Tata Group, never married.

Remained Single Throughout Out His Life

Although, in fact, he revealed in a candid 2011 interview that he came close to marrying several times throughout his life.

“There were so many times I came close to marriage, but it just didn’t work out,” Ratan Tata said in an interview. 

“I came close to getting married four times, and each time I backed off in fear or for one reason or another,” he added.

Close Relations With Extended Family

In other interviews, Ratan Tata discussed his choice to remain single, citing personal reasons for his decision. Nevertheless, he maintained a strong bond with his extended family and was particularly close to his relatives, especially his cousins. One notable family member is Noel Tata, a significant player in the Tata Group. Noel, Ratan Tata’s half-brother, is the son of Naval Tata and his second wife, Simone Tata.

In his conversations with journalists and investors, Tata was always soft-spoken, sophisticated, and exceptionally courteous, while always being mindful of his identity.

He had a deep affection for pets, particularly dogs, and Bombay House, the headquarters of the Tata Group, offered a kennel and food for the stray dogs in the area.

Veteran industrialist Ratan Tata died at a Mumbai hospital late on Wednesday night.

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran, in a statement, confirmed the death of Tata, and described him as his "friend, mentor and guide".

For the past few days, he was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in south Mumbai.