While Ratan Tata retired as chairman of Tata Sons in 2012, he continues to play an advisory role in Tata Trusts and remains actively involved in philanthropic and social initiatives.

Ratan Tata’s legacy is marked by his ethical leadership, global expansion of Tata Group, focus on innovation, and a lifelong commitment to philanthropy. He is admired for his contributions to India’s economic and social development, as well as for ...

Ratan Tata stepped down as chairman of Tata Sons on December 28, 2012, after leading the company for over two decades.

Ratan Tata has received numerous accolades, including:Padma Vibhushan (2008) Padma Bhushan (2000) Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (2009) Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Heritage Foundation (2012)

Ratan Tata is deeply involved in philanthropic activities, primarily through Tata Trusts, which focus on education, healthcare, rural development, and social welfare. His contributions have improved access to education and healthcare for millions of people across India.

Ratan Tata led Tata Group’s transformation into a global conglomerate by spearheading acquisitions of major international companies like Jaguar Land Rover and Corus Steel, thus establishing Tata’s presence in global markets.

Under Ratan Tata’s leadership, Tata Group expanded globally with key acquisitions like Jaguar Land Rover (2008) and Corus Steel (2007). He also launched iconic products such as the Tata Nano and Tata Indica, making significant contributions to the automotive ...

Ratan Tata became the chairman of Tata Sons in 1991, succeeding J.R.D. Tata.

Ratan Tata holds a degree in architecture from Cornell University (1962) and completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School in 1975.  

Ratan Tata was born on December 28, 1937, in Mumbai, India, to Naval Tata and Sooni Tata.