Here's why Ratan Tata decided to remain unmarried in his entire life!

Ratan Tata, one of India's most respected industrialists, never married, a decision shaped by personal experiences and circumstances. Born into the Tata family, Ratan Tata faced challenges from an early age, including his parents' divorce when he was just 10 years old. His grandmother played a pivotal role in raising him and helping him navigate the emotional difficulties of growing up amid the stigma of a broken family in the 1940s.

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Tata's life could have taken a different turn during his time in the U.S. After graduating from Cornell University, he worked in Los Angeles, where he enjoyed a thriving career and fell in love. He had even planned to marry his girlfriend. However, when he returned to India temporarily to care for his ailing grandmother, the relationship faltered. The 1962 Indo-China war made his girlfriend's family reluctant to let her move to India, leading to the relationship’s end.

Despite this heartbreak, Tata went on to lead the Tata Group to unprecedented success, taking over as chairman in 1991. Although he never married, Tata's personal sacrifices and resilience defined his leadership. He credits his grandmother for her support and for encouraging him to pursue his dreams, shaping both his professional and personal life.