When Ratan Tata recounted meetings with PM Modi, shared ‘Singur to Sanand’ relocation story

 

 

RATAN Tata,thedoyen of India Inc andChairman Emeritus of the Tata Group passed away on Wednesday night at a hospital in Mumbai. The 86-yearold industrialist was a Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan awardee and a towering figure known for his innumerable and valuable contributions to the industry and society. Prime Minister Narendra Modiexpresseddeepsorrowat the demise of Ratan Tata, describing him as a visionary business leader, a compassionate soul, and an extraordinary human being.

 

While preparations are underway for the final rites of theveteranindustrialist,anold video of Ratan Tata has surfaced where he enumerated the instances of his multiple meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi,shifting of Tata Motors’ car factory from Bengal’s Singur to Gujarat’s Sanand and how this unfolded umpteen opportunities for other car manufacturers,therebyturningSanandintoamajor manufacturing hub.

 

During a public function, Tataposedthequestion:“Why should companies invest in Gujarat?” Modi, the then CM, explained that “not investing in Gujarat would be unwise due to the State’s immense growth potential.” This conversation led Tata Motors to relocateitscarplantfromWest Bengal to Gujarat. Modi ensuredthat allpromises made including the availabilityoflandandGovernment clearances were delivered ontime. “If he said it will be done, it was done” Ratan Tataremarked, giving insights onhow the then CM facilitated seamless transition for company after a period of tumult