Watch: In old speech, Ratan Tata had reflected on his early environment — 'If you had an idea, bosses told you to first gain experience'

The news of Ratan Tata's passing has cast a shadow of grief over the entire nation of India. In this moment of collective mourning, many are reflecting on the incredible legacy he left behind. One speech, in particular, has resurfaced in public memory—the beloved businessman's heartfelt address at the inauguration of T-Hub, an innovation hub and business incubator in Hyderabad, eight years ago. In this speech, Tata fondly reminisced about his journey in building companies and generously shared his invaluable experiences, leaving an indelible mark on all who heard him.

In his speech, Ratan Tata painted a vision of the "new face of India"—one defined by "entrepreneurship, innovation, and enterprise."?

He spoke with passion about India's untapped potential, noting that while the country has always had the spirit of entrepreneurship, it has not yet established itself as a leader in global technology and innovation.

Drawing a comparison, Tata highlighted how enterprise propelled the United States into a high-tech powerhouse in the 1980s, while India has mainly contributed through the talents of those who left to seek opportunities abroad.

What struck a chord with many on social media was Tata's personal reflection.?

He says, "People who left India and gone elsewhere, why? Because the environment here didn't support them."

He recalled, "I grew up in an environment where if you had an idea, your boss or your manager politely told you, and sometimes not so politely, that you need to gain some experience before you open your mouth."

Contrasting that with today's entrepreneurial spirit, he added, "That's not what enterprise is today. Now, someone in their 20s, who has a good idea, and he needs to find a way to implement them."

Tata's closing words resonated the deepest, serving as a timeless inspiration for future generations: "Let's all put our hearts and souls behind the fact that this is going to be the new India of tomorrow. And what we're seeing in this building is just the start, just the nucleus of what could be the new big, big thing in the country."

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