Ratan Tata Successor: India's top industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata on late Wednesday night passed away at the age of 86. Ratan Tata was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital for a regular age-related checkup. Ratan Tata's last social media post was shared by the industrialist himself who assured his well-wishers around the world that there was no need to worry, however, the industrialist was then shifted to ICU and his health condition became critical. Finally, Ratan Tata left the world late Wednesday night on October 9. With the industrialist no more, people around the world are wondering about Ratan Tata's successor as he was unmarried or who will inherit the multi-crore empire of Ratan Tata? Below are the top contenders based on Ratan Tata's family-
Who will be Ratan Tata's successor?
1) Neol Tata
Ratan Tata Successor: As per multiple reports, Noel Tata is the front-runner in terms of Ratan Tata's successor. Born to Naval Tata's second wife Simone, Noel Tata is Ratan Tata's stepbrother. This family bond puts Noel Tata at the top in inheriting the Tata legacy. However, given his advancing age, the responsibility can be given to any of his three children. Noel Tata's three children include Maya, Neville, and Lia Tata. Apart from these, Ratan Tata also has a younger brother Jimmy Tata who always stays away from the limelight and the activities of the Tata Group.
2) Leah Tata
Leah Tata studied at the IE Business School in Spain. Leah Tata has played an important role in the Tata Group’s hospitality arm, particularly in the Indian Hotels Company and Taj Hotels. She has contributed to expanding the group’s presence in the global hospitality industry.
3) Maya Tata
34-year-old Maya Tata is a key figure within the Tata Group and has studied at both Bayes Business School and Warwick University. Maya has worked with Tata Opportunities Fund and Tata Digital, and she played a significant role in the launch of Tata Neu, the group’s super app. Maya has demonstrated strong leadership and strategic foresight within the group’s digital initiatives.
4) Neville Tata
Neville Tata is also on the list of Ratan Tata's successors. As per reports, Neville is currently leading Star Bazaar, which operates under Trent Limited, a Tata company. Notably, Neville is married to Manasi Kirloskar and is seen as another strong contender for future leadership within the Tata Group. For those who are unaware, Manasi Kirloskar comes from the Toyota Kirloskar Group family.
On the other hand, in recent times, Shantanu Naidu has been Ratan Tata's youngest general manager and trusted aide. Everyone will also keep an eye on what role he will get.
Ratan Tata Networth
As per the IIFL Wealth Hurun India Rich List of 2022, Ratan Tata ranked 421 with an estimated net worth of Rs 3,800 crore. The chairmen of the Tata Group have bequeathed their assets to the Tata Trusts, which hold a two-thirds stake in Tata Sons. Approximately 60% of the dividends from Tata Sons are allocated to charitable endeavours.