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The former chairman of one of India’s largest companies has passed away at the age of 86.
Ratan Tata, who led the Tata Group conglomerate for more than two decades, oversaw major acquisitions, including the acquisition of the UK-based Jaguar and Land Rover car brands.
During his tenure, the Mumbai-based company also bought Anglo-Dutch steelmaker Corus and tea giant Tetley.
Ratan Tata led the Tata Group conglomerate for more than two decades.
Natarajan Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons, the Tata Group’s holding company, said the former chairman was a “truly rare leader”.
He added: “His legacy will continue to inspire us as we strive to uphold the principles he so passionately defended.”
Ratan Tata, who was born in December 1937, joined the Indian conglomerate in 1962 and worked in various positions before becoming chairman in March 1991.
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