Bengaluru Metro pays tribute to Ratan Tata with rangoli art at Kempegowda Station

Bengaluru Metro paid tribute to the late business tycoon Ratan Tata with a vibrant rangoli art display at Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Metro Station. The artwork was created by renowned rangoli artist Akshay Jalihal, in honor of Tata’s enduring legacy following his passing on October 9 at the age of 86.

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Ratan Tata, chairman emeritus of the Tata Group, passed away late Wednesday night at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. He had been undergoing treatment at the hospital for a few days. Known for transforming the Tata Group into a global conglomerate spanning sectors from salt to software, Tata was widely admired for his visionary leadership and philanthropy. He was also a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors. 

🙏ನಾಡಪ್ರಭು ಕೆಂಪೇಗೌಡ ಮೆಟ್ರೋ ಸ್ಟೇಷನ್ ಮೆಜೆಸ್ಟಿಕ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ರಂಗೋಲಿ ಕಲೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ಮರೆಯಲಾಗದ ರತ್ನ ಮತ್ತು ಉದ್ಯಮಿ ಶ್ರೀ ದಿವಂಗತ ರತನ್ ಟಾಟಾ ಅವರಿಗೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಮೆಟ್ರೋದಿಂದ ನಮನ🙏 pic.twitter.com/oLDwRMvHGY

— ನಮ್ಮ ಮೆಟ್ರೋ (@OfficialBMRCL)

🙏ನಾಡಪ್ರಭು ಕೆಂಪೇಗೌಡ ಮೆಟ್ರೋ ಸ್ಟೇಷನ್ ಮೆಜೆಸ್ಟಿಕ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ರಂಗೋಲಿ ಕಲೆಯ ಮೂಲಕ ಮರೆಯಲಾಗದ ರತ್ನ ಮತ್ತು ಉದ್ಯಮಿ ಶ್ರೀ ದಿವಂಗತ ರತನ್ ಟಾಟಾ ಅವರಿಗೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಮೆಟ್ರೋದಿಂದ ನಮನ🙏 pic.twitter.com/oLDwRMvHGY

— ನಮ್ಮ ಮೆಟ್ರೋ (@OfficialBMRCL) October 11, 2024

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The tribute rangoli at the metro station has garnered significant attention from commuters, symbolizing the deep respect and admiration for Tata within the city and across the nation.

In a statement, Tata’s family expressed gratitude for the widespread love and respect shown in the wake of his passing. They emphasized that while Tata is no longer present physically, his values of humility, generosity, and purpose would continue to inspire generations to come.

Ratan Tata's contributions to business and society have left a lasting impact, and his legacy will be remembered for years.