Union Minister Piyush Goyal breaks down remembering Ratan Tata: ‘He treated everyone with respect’

Goyal remembers Ratan Tata with tears, recalling their personal interactions and the icon's kindness.

New Delhi | October 10, 2024 02:15 PM IST

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Union Minister Piyush Goyal remembers Ratan Tata

As the nation mourns the loss of Ratan Tata, Union Minister Piyush Goyal couldn’t hold back his tears while reminiscing about the time spent with the beloved industrialist. Talking to ANI, Goyal said, “The small and thoughtful gestures which make the man the Ratan Tata – 140 crore Indians love and the world loves.”

In the emotional video, Goyal recalled the time Tata visited his Mumbai home for breakfast. The breakfast spread was simple with idli, dosa and sambar. Goyal was moved by how appreciative Tata was about the breakfast, despite it being so modest, and considering he is someone with access to world-class chefs. The minister also spoke about how Tata treated everyone with respect, including the server who brought the meal.

Goyal fondly remembered, “At the end of a very beautiful couple of hours that he had spent at home when he was leaving, he asked my wife very sweetly – would you like to take a picture with me? We really wanted to, but were too shy to ask.”

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Goyal also made an X post paying tribute to Tata. He wrote, “Deeply saddened by the demise of Ratan Tata ji, a true nationalist & a visionary industrialist who served as the Former Chairperson of Tata Group and brought immense pride to Bharat through his exceptional achievements.”

“His unparalleled dedication to ‘Mother India’ and his contributions to our society till his last breath through his philanthropic initiatives were recognised with the prestigious Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan awards. His legacy will shine as brightly as his remarkable life journey, inspiring generations not only in Bharat but across the world,” he wrote in the post.

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Goyal concluded his post by expressing what a privilege it has been to know him: “My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and admirers in this hour of grief. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti.”

Ratan Tata, who had been dealing with age-related health issues, passed away at the age of 86 Wednesday night in a hospital in Mumbai.

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