The passing  of Mr. Ratan Tata is a serious loss. He guided the Tata Group to exceptional heights after he took over from Mr. JRD Tata and he achieved this while honouring the values upheld by the Tatas. A unique ambassador of ethical growth, he was a fine human being with deep compassion for the underprivileged for whom he created great institutions. He cared for animals with unparalleled devotion. His range of interests and tastes was wide, from aviation to modern management systems and from classical music to jazz. Unfortunately, his busy schedule kept him from indulging his love for music as much as he would have liked to. His great quality was his simplicity and lack of self-importance in spite of his position, a rare quality today. He will be greatly missed.”

– Mr. Khushroo N. Suntook, Chairman, NCPA