Is there anyone who hasn’t heard the name of the TATA group of companies? We don’t think so. The legacy of the TATA Group is so huge and widespread that every citizen of India is acquainted with it.
This legacy was established by Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, the Father of Indian Industry. It was made firm by his worthy successors, among which there was the name of JRD Tata. Recently the Tata Group Anniversary was celebrated to commemorate the 117th birth anniversary of Mr. JRD Tata.
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About the Legend
Jehangir Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata was the son of Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata, Jamsetji Tata’s first cousin. JRD Tata was born in Paris on 29th July 1904. As his mother was French, he spent his childhood in France. He had four other siblings, and he was the second eldest among them.
JRD Tata had citizenships of two different countries – French (1904-1928) and Indian (1929-1993). After his mother’s death, he moved to India along with his family and was sent back to England for higher studies. The details of the Tata Group Anniversary show that JRD was educated in three different countries – France, India, and England.
Being a French citizen, he has also served in the French army. After this, he joined the Tata Group and expanded it by establishing various industries under the name of Tata. He has received several awards and accolades, including Padma Vibhusan, Bharat Ratna, and the Legion of Honour from France. He was also the first licensed civilian pilot of India.
He was married to Thelma Vicaji in 1930. At the age of 89, he passed away in Geneva, Switzerland, on 29th November 1993.
About Tata Group Anniversary
The Tata Group of Companies is a multinational private company that has its origin in India. Jamsetji Tata started this company 153 years ago with a capital of 21000 rupees. Currently, it is the biggest conglomerate of India, with several subsidiaries operating under it.
JRD Tata was the longest-serving chairman of this company. During his era, the company diversified its ventures. The current chairmen of the company are Mr. Ratan Tata and Mr. Natarajan Chandrasekaran.
As of 2020, the company has a turnover of $106 billion, and it provides bread and butter to 750,000 employees. Tata Group Anniversary of JRD Tata is the most prominent event of this year from the company.
Celebrating a Legacy
This year the Tata Group of Companies has celebrated the 117th birth anniversary of JRD Tata, the ‘Father of Indian Aviation. On this occasion, a grand function was held by the company at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai On 29th July 2021.
The occasion was graced by both the chairmen, senior leaders, and several other employees. A short film on the Values and thoughts of JRD Tata was also screened.
Conclusions
Tata Group Anniversary was a suitable homage to the legend named JRD Tata. There is no doubt that without his guidance, it would not be possible for the Tata Group to reach this position in the business industry, and his teachings will continue to lead the path in the future.
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