Ratan Tata, the esteemed former chairman of the Tata Group, who passed away in October 2024, demonstrated his profound gratitude and generosity towards his personal and professional staff through his meticulously planned will. His estate distribution reflects his deep appreciation for those who served him diligently over the years.
Generous Allocations to Household Staff
Tata’s will earmarked approximately ₹3.5 crore for his household and office staff, ensuring financial support for individuals across various roles, from domestic helpers to office assistants. Notable allocations include:
- Rajan Shaw (Cook): Received over ₹1 crore, which encompasses a loan waiver of ₹51 lakh.
- Subbaiah Konar (Butler): Allocated ₹66 lakh, including a loan waiver of ₹36 lakh.
- Delnaz Gilder (Secretary): Granted ₹10 lakh.
- Raju Leon (Driver): Received ₹1.5 lakh, along with an ₹18-lakh loan waiver.
- Hoshi D Malesara (Tata Trusts Consultant): Allocated ₹5 lakh.
- Devendar Katamollu (Alibaug Bungalow Caretaker): Granted ₹2 lakh.
- Deepti Divakaran (Personal Assistant): Received ₹1.5 lakh.
- Gopal Singh and Pandurang Gurav (Peons): Each awarded ₹50,000.
- Sarfaraz Deshmukh (Helper): Benefited from a ₹2-lakh loan waiver.
Support for Part-Time Helpers and Car Cleaners
Recognizing the contributions of part-time helpers and car cleaners, Tata directed that ₹1 lakh be distributed to each of these individuals, acknowledging their dedicated service.
Loan Waivers for Associates and Neighbors
In a testament to his benevolence, Tata forgave loans extended to various individuals, including:
- Shantanu Naidu (Executive Assistant): Had his ₹1 crore loan for MBA studies at Cornell University waived.
- Jake Malite (Neighbor): Received a waiver for a ₹23.7 lakh loan taken for MBA studies at Warwick Business School, UK.
Provision for Beloved Pet
Tata’s affection for his German Shepherd, Tito, was evident as he allocated ₹12 lakh for Tito’s care, ensuring quarterly disbursements of ₹30,000 for the pet’s upkeep. Latest news & breaking headlines+1Channeliam / Channel I’M English+1
Distribution of Personal Belongings
Demonstrating his commitment to philanthropy, Tata instructed that all his clothing, from brands like Daks, Polo, Brooks Brothers, Brioni, and Hermes, be donated to non-governmental organizations for distribution to the needy.
Execution of the Will
The responsibility of executing Tata’s will was entrusted to his step-sisters, Shireen Jejeebhoy and Deanna Jejeebhoy, his friend Mehli Mistry, and Tata Trusts trustee Darius Khambata. Each executor was allocated ₹5 lakh for their dedication to fulfilling Tata’s final wishes.
Ratan Tata’s will serves as a profound reflection of his values, emphasizing gratitude, compassion, and a deep-seated commitment to those who played integral roles in his personal and professional life.Channeliam / Channel I’M English
