'Such a great man': 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev pays tribute to Ratan Tata

Ratan Tata, the former chairman of Tata Sons, passed away on October 9 at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy. His passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes from around the world, celebrating his remarkable contributions and impact on the world of industry and beyond. 

Kapil Dev pays tribute to Ratan Tata

Kapil Dev, the 1983 World Cup-winning captain, paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Ratan Tata, praising him as “such a great man”. Kapil Dev expressed his admiration for Ratan Tata's enduring legacy, stating that people will always be remembered for their work and that Tata's impact will be felt for a long time. 

"Such a great man, when someone like that passes away, naturally we feel bad but the legacy he has left behind...I have no words...everybody has to leave this world but people will be known for their work...we will never find a better person than him," Kapil Dev said. 

As reported, Ratan Tata was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital a few days prior to his passing and breathed his last at 11:30 PM on Wednesday. The news of his passing has sent shockwaves across the nation, with people from all walks of life coming together to pay their respects to the visionary leader.