Ratan Tata, former chairman of the Tata Group, which includes brands like Jaguar, Land Rover, and Tetley Tea, passed away in early October in Mumbai, India.
The Indian tycoon Ratan Tata, former chairman of the globally renowned Tata Group, which includes brands such as Jaguar, Land Rover, and Tetley Tea, left a fortune of approximately 109 million euros to his dog, named Goa, his butler, and his cook.
In his will, as reported by local media, Ratan Tata made sure to ensure a “comfortable life” for his pet, allocating part of his fortune to provide “unlimited care” for the dog until the end of its life.
Without heirs, it was expected that Ratan Tata’s inheritance, following his death on October 9 at age 86 in Mumbai, India, where he resided, would go to his siblings. However, the businessman left only a small portion of his wealth to Jimmy Tata and his two half-sisters.
The majority of the tycoon’s fortune was thus entrusted to the “faithful Goa,” as well as to his butler and assistant Konar Subbiah, and his cook Rajan Shaw, who are now responsible for the care of the dog.
Ratan Tata also left a portion of his wealth to charity. “This will is not a statement of wealth but a gesture of gratitude for the joy and care he received not only from his pets but also from his advisor and cook,” a close friend of the businessman told The Times.
Ratan Tata was known for allowing any and every dog to enter his properties, as well as his companies.
During his funeral, he was honored not only by admirers and various personalities, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Google CEO Sundar Pichai, but also by Goa himself, who reportedly gave an emotional farewell to his owner.
Notícias ao Minuto , 28/10/2024
