"You have left but the soul which ignited the minds of people of nation will live on" - Indian sports athletes pay tribute to Ratan Tata’s legacy

The news of the passing of Ratan Tata, one of India’s most respected industrialists and philanthropists, has left the nation in mourning. Ratan Tata, who served as the chairman of Tata Group and Tata Sons, passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy of compassion, philanthropy, and visionary leadership.

Several Indian sports athletes took to social media, reacting to the demise of Ratan Tata.

Badminton star Lakshya Sen, who has won several medals across renowned championships, paid tribute as he tweeted -

"India knew your heart as much as it knew your name, for in every action, every move, there was a generosity that touched lives far and wide. RIP, Ratan Tata Sir."

Para-badminton athlete Manasi Joshi expressed her thoughts, stating -

"You have left but the soul which ignited the minds of people of nation will live on. Thank you Ratan Tata for your legacy. You will be living in the form of stories of every Indian you influenced. Om Shanti"

Paralympian and former President of the Paralympic Committee of India, Deepa Malik, also expressed her thoughts via her tweet using a quote from Tata himself.

"Take the stones people throw at you, and use them to build a monument.” -Ratan Tata, Rest in peace Ratan Tata Ji🙏 What a man you were ❤️ #Rip #RatanTataJi #RipRatanTataJi

Badminton champion Saina Nehwal and boxer Lovlina Borgohain were among those who shared their condolences with their respective tweets.

"Ek mahaan insaan, ek saccha visionary. Ratan Tata sir aapki legacy hamesha humare saath rahegi. RIP 🙏🙏 #RatanTata," Saina tweeted.

Lovlina's tweet read -

"The world will never be the same without Ratan Tata. A man of great vision, humility, and integrity, his contributions will continue to inspire for ages to come. #Legend #Inspiration"

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Ratan Tata leaves a lasting legacy

As chairman of the $100 billion Tata Group, Ratan Tata transformed it into a global powerhouse, while continuing to prioritize social causes, including education, healthcare, and rural development.

As India mourns the loss of a towering figure, the tributes from these athletes reflect how deeply Ratan Tata’s life and work resonated beyond the business world. His influence extended far into many people's personal lives and hearts, leaving a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire generations.