Opinion: The real definition of simplicity, what can ‘new billionaires’ learn from Ratan Tata

Author: Shobha De
Ratan Tata believed in living a simple life. he/she lived in a simple house ‘Halekai’, which means ‘house by the sea’, in the Colaba area of ​​Mumbai. The name of his/her house reflects his/her personality – simple and close to nature. he/she was often seen hanging out with his/her pets at the United Services Club in Colaba or eating at his/her favorite restaurant, The Thai Pavilion. Like ordinary people, he/she used to stand in the queue and pick up his/her luggage at the airport himself. Ratan Tata’s simplicity was what made him/her different from other industrialists.Took over leadership after 26/11 attacks
The way Ratan Tata took over leadership after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks shows his/her ability and compassion. he/she himself came forward and worked to restore peace and order in the worst affected Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. In this difficult time, he/she met the families of the victims and consoled every employee. his/her determination to help the families of those who lost their lives in the attack remained till his/her last breath.

Ratan Tata explained the real meaning of simplicity and charity
At a time when people are questioning the extravagant lifestyle of billionaires, Ratan Tata explains the true meaning of simplicity and charity. he/she showed what the real meaning of wealth is. Ratan Tata defined the true meaning of the corporate class.

a kind hearted person
Ratan Tata was not only an industrialist but also a good-hearted person. An example of this is his/her friendship with Shantanu Naidu. 22 year old Shantanu was an ordinary student from Pune. he/she came up with an idea that could save the lives of stray dogs that collide with vehicles on the roads. Little did he/she know that this small initiative of his/her would change his/her life. Ratan Tata supported Shantanu in fulfilling his/her dream.

Deep friendship with Shantanu
Ratan Tata had a deep friendship with Shantanu. The most discussed topic at Ratan Tata’s funeral was Shantanu Naidu, who always remained with Ratan Tata like a shadow. Ratan Tata loved animals very much. A state-of-the-art hospital for small animals in Mumbai was his/her last initiative. Ratan Tata’s departure is a big loss for India. he/she inspired two generations to dream big and do the right thing. Affection is what defines Ratan Tata.

True son of Mumbai
Ratan Tata was truly a son of Mumbai. ‘Aamchi Mumbai’ enhanced Ratan Tata’s personality. The world will remember Ratan Tata as a great industrialist. When India was making its mark in front of the world, only names like Tata-Birla were associated with big business houses.

This dialogue was often heard in Bollywood films, ‘Do you consider yourself Tata-Birla?’ It reflects the legacy of the Tata family which Ratan Tata carried out brilliantly. Ratan Tata had said, ‘Ups and downs are very important in life, because even a straight line in ECG means that we are not alive.’ Apart from being a successful industrialist, Ratan Tata was also a good-hearted person. he/she will always remain Shantanu’s ‘light pillar’, and so will we.