The story concluded, and it concluded in such a way... that people began to applaud as they wept. With these words by Rahman Faris, people are sending off a personality like Ratan Tata. Everyone is saddened by Ratan Tata's departure. The government has accorded him state honors; many celebrities shed tears, and social media is flooded with tributes. Eminent figures from India are arriving to pay their last respects, and large crowds have gathered for a final glimpse. These images of Ratan Tata's farewell tell us what he truly earned...
State Honours Being Bestowed
Ratan Tata is being given state honors, with his mortal remains draped in the national flag. This flag signifies what a significant loss Ratan Tata's passing is for India. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has declared a day of state mourning, with flags at half-mast at all government offices. Jharkhand has also announced state mourning, showing the nation's deep sorrow.
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A line of people assembled outside the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) to pay their final respects to the industrialist.
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Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, who was performing a live music show in Germany, halted his show upon hearing the news of Ratan Tata's demise. Amidst the performance, he paused to pay tribute to Ratan Tata, saying that we can learn from his life to work hard, think positively, help others, and live life with dignity.
Home Minister Amit Shah visited to pay his respects to Ratan Tata on behalf of the central government.
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Piyush Goyal's Tears of Remembrance
Union Minister Piyush Goyal also expressed deep sorrow over Ratan Tata's passing. He became emotional while sharing personal anecdotes related to him. Goyal recounted a story about Tata's simplicity, recalling how he once visited for breakfast and was content and appreciative of the simple meal.
The announcement of state mourning in Maharashtra in light of the industrialist's passing has resulted in the flag being flown at half-mast over the ministry building.
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Many Eminent Personalities Gathered
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Proposal for Bharat Ratna
Following Ratan Tata's passing, his name has been proposed for India's highest civilian honor, Bharat Ratna. This decision was made by the Maharashtra government led by Eknath Shinde on Thursday.
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Garba Halted in Tribute
As Garba celebrations were underway across the country, upon receiving the news of Ratan Tata's demise, they were momentarily stopped. Videos from Ahmedabad and Mumbai show that Garba was paused to pay homage to Ratan Tata, highlighting the extent of the emotional impact of his passing.
Gathering of People
Ratan Tata's mortal remains are kept at the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) at Nariman Point. People can pay their last respects until 4 PM, and a significant number of visitors have come, visibly moved by his passing. This demonstrates the profound affection people had for Ratan Tata.
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Businessman Suhel Seth also turned emotional while paying tribute to Ratan Tata. His tearful presence at the farewell showed the deep respect and admiration he held for Tata's legacy.
