Shantanu Naidu, once Ratan Tata’s close confidant and millennial manager, has now stepped into a leadership role at Tata Motors! From working alongside one of India’s most revered industrialists to leading strategic initiatives at Tata Motors, Naidu’s journey has come full circle. But what does this mean for the company’s future?
Shantanu Naidu also documented his experiences with Ratan Tata in his book, 'I Came Upon a Lighthouse', offering an intimate glimpse into the industrialist’s lesser-known personality traits and their shared experiences.
Shantanu Naidu’s brainchild, Bookies, is a reading movement that invites people to rediscover the joy of silent reading in public spaces.
Ratan Tata, who passed away on October 9, allocated "unlimited" care in his will for his German Shepherd, Tito, and left assets to his foundation, family, and staff, according to the Times of India. His estate, valued at around Rs 10,000 crore, includes a beach bungalow in Alibaug, a house in Juhu, and Rs 350 crore in fixed deposits. Key beneficiaries include his brother Jimmy, half-sisters Shireen and Deanna Jejeebhoy, and long-time staff. Tata’s 0.83% stake in Tata Sons will go to the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation, likely to be chaired by N Chandrasekaran.
Shantanu Naidu, in a heartfelt message shared on LinkedIn, reflected on his close friendship with Tata, describing the profound impact of their relationship. 'The hole that this friendship has now left with me, I will spend the rest of my life trying to fill.'
Goodfellows founder Shantanu Naidu told PTI that the company will use the fund for the expansion of service to Bengaluru.
Ratan Tata's general manager Shantanu Naidu said, "People who want to hustle and work for 18 hours are free to do so because they believe that's the way to do it. "But to preach that to young, impressionable minds is not a great idea because that's not what makes us individuals and human beings."
Shantanu Naidu says he has noticed two values in a recurring pattern in Ratan Tata which he advised that everyone should follow.
Electra EV shared photo of Ratan Tata and his executive assistant Shantanu Naidu standing next to the custom-built 72V Nano EV.
Shantanu Naidu has been working as the deputy general manager at Ratan Tata’s office for over three years, since July 2018.