Noel Naval Tata appointed as Chairman of Tata Trusts

New Delhi: Noel Naval Tata, half-brother of late Ratan Tata, has been appointed as the Chairman of the various Trusts that constitute the Tata Trusts and also designated him as Chairman, Tata Trusts.

The Trustees of various Trusts that comprise the Tata Trusts met at a joint meeting held in Mumbai on Friday. They condoled the demise of Ratan N. Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, and recalled his yeoman services not only to the Tata Group but also to nation building.

In separate meetings held immediately, thereafter, it was unanimously decided to appoint Noel Naval Tata as the Chairman of the various Trusts that constitute the Tata Trusts and also designate him as Chairman, Tata Trusts. His appointment comes into place effective immediately, Tata Trusts said in a statement.

Speaking on this occasion, Noel Naval Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, stated – “I am deeply honoured and humbled by the responsibility that has been cast on me by my fellow Trustees. I look forward to carrying on the legacy of Ratan N. Tata and the Founders of the Tata Group. Founded more than a century ago, the Tata Trusts are a unique vehicle for undertaking social good.

“On this solemn occasion, we rededicate ourselves to carrying on our developmental and philanthropic initiatives and continuing to play our part in nation building,” he added.

Since 1892, Tata Trusts, India’s oldest philanthropic institution, has been at the forefront of creating lasting impact among communities. Rooted in the visionary philanthropy of our Founder, Jamsetji Tata, the Trusts remain resolute in catalysing transformative change and leading advancements that uplift communities across the nation.

Our enduring commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability is interwoven into our work.

We have facilitated tangible and sustainable growth across various sectors, spanning health, nutrition, education, water, sanitation & hygiene, livelihood, urban habitat, social justice, environment & energy, skill development, sports, and arts & culture.

Tata Trusts empowers communities through strategic partnerships, and visionary grantmaking, consistently introducing innovative solutions that address our country's evolving needs, it said.