New Delhi: Ratan Tata was a widely beloved figure, admired across different age groups and industries. Even his competitors held him in high regard for his contributions to society. Known for his kind-hearted nature and compassionate treatment of his employees and many others who experienced his generosity, his passing on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, was mourned in India and worldwide.
Ratan Tata’s significant contributions to India’s economic growth will always be remembered. As we bid farewell to Ratan Tata, let’s reflect on the honours and recognition bestowed upon him with great affection.
List of awards and recognition
Ratan Tata was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2000 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2008, the third and second-highest civilian awards the Government of India bestowed.
He has also received other state civilian honours, including the ‘Maharashtra Bhushan’ in 2006 for his work in public administration in Maharashtra and the ‘Assam Baibhav’ in 2021 for his contribution to advancing cancer care in Assam.
2001: Honorary Doctor of Business Administration by Ohio State University
2004: Medal of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay by the Government of Uruguay
Honorary Doctor of Technology by the Asian Institute of Technology
2005: International Distinguished Achievement Award by B’nai B’rith International
Honorary Doctor of Science by the University of Warwick
2006: Honorary Doctor of Science by Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Responsible Capitalism Award by For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST)
2007: Honorary Fellowship by The London School of Economics and Political Science
Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy by Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
2008: Honorary Doctor of Law by the University of Cambridge
Honorary Doctor of Science by Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Honorary Doctor of Science by Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Honorary Citizen Award by the Government of Singapore
Honorary Fellowship by The Institution of Engineering and Technology
Inspired Leadership Award by The Performance Theatre
2009: Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) by Queen Elizabeth II
Life Time Contribution Award in Engineering for 2008 by the Indian National Academy of Engineering
Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic by Government of Italy
2010: Honorary Doctor of Law by the University of Cambridge
Hadrian Award by World Monuments Fund
Oslo Business for Peace award by Business for Peace Foundation
Legend in Leadership Award by Yale University
Honorary Doctor of Laws by Pepperdine University
Business for Peace Award by Business for Peace Foundation
Business Leader of the Year by The Asian Awards
2012: Honorary Fellow by The Royal Academy of Engineering
Doctor of Business honoris causa by the University of New South Wales
Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun by the Government of Japan
Lifetime Achievement Award by Rockefeller Foundation
2013: Foreign Associate by National Academy of Engineering
Transformational Leader of the Decade by Indian Affairs India Leadership Conclave 2013
Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year – Lifetime Achievement by Ernst & Young
Honorary Doctor of Business Practice by Carnegie Mellon University
2014: Honorary Doctor of Business by Singapore Management University
Sayaji Ratna Award by Baroda Management Association
Honorary Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire (GBE) by Queen Elizabeth II
Honorary Doctor of Laws by York University, Canada
2015: Honorary Doctor of Automotive Engineering by Clemson University
Sayaji Ratna Award by Baroda Management Association, Honoris Causa, HEC Paris
2016: Commander of the Legion of Honour by the Government of France
2018: Honorary Doctor of Engineering by Swansea University
2022: Honorary Doctor of Letters by HSNC University
2023: Honorary Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) by King Charles III
Maharashtra Udyog Ratna by Maharashtra Government
Ratan Tata’s transformative leadership has left an indelible mark on the Indian economy, society, and global standing. His stewardship of Tata has elevated the company and set high corporate responsibility and philanthropy standards for India. His influence will continue to shape the future of Indian business and philanthropy.
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