Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary cricketer, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Ratan Tata, the iconic industrialist and philanthropist, who passed away on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. Tendulkar, known as the “Master Blaster,” shared an emotional note mourning Tata’s death and visited his residence early on Thursday to pay homage.
Sachin Tendulkar’s Tribute
In his tribute, Tendulkar said, “In his life, and demise, Mr Ratan Tata has moved the nation. I was fortunate to spend time with him, but millions, who have never met him, feel the same grief that I feel today. Such is his impact.” He further added, “From his love for animals to philanthropy, he showed that true progress can only be achieved when we care for those who don’t have the means to take care of themselves. Rest in peace, Mr. Tata.”
Impact of Ratan Tata’s Death
Ratan Tata’s death has been felt deeply across various sectors, including sports, industry, and philanthropy. As the chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Group from 1991 to 2012, Tata transformed the conglomerate into a global powerhouse through strategic acquisitions and visionary leadership. His contributions to society, especially in the fields of education, healthcare, and rural development, have left an indelible mark.
In his life, and demise, Mr Ratan Tata has moved the nation.
I was fortunate to spend time with him, but millions, who have never met him, feel the same grief that I feel today. Such is his impact.
From his love for animals to philanthropy, he showed that true progress can… pic.twitter.com/SBc7cdWbGe
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 10, 2024
Reactions from the Cricket Community
The cricket community, including prominent figures like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Jay Shah, also paid their respects to Tata. The outpouring of condolences highlights Tata’s widespread influence and the respect he commanded across different spheres.
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