When people talk about charity and helping society, names like Mukesh Ambani, Ratan Tata and Azim Premji are often mentioned. These business leaders are known for donating large sums of money for social causes. However, when it comes to philanthropy on a global level, one man stands above all is Jamsetji Tata, who is known as the world’s most charitable billionaire.
Jamsetji Tata was born on March 13, 1839, into a Zoroastrian Parsi family in Gujarat. He founded the Tata Group in 1868. At that time, he bought a struggling oil mill for Rs 21,000, which was a very large amount then, and later converted it into a successful cotton factory.
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Over the years, the Tata Group has grown into India’s largest and most respected business conglomerate. Today, it operates more than 100 companies across over 100 countries and has a market value of around USD 403 billion (approximately Rs 33.7 trillion). The group is active in several industries and has a strong global presence.
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Jamsetji Tata is widely known as the ‘Father of Indian Industry.’ He strongly believed that businesses should give back to society. His vision of social responsibility continues to guide the Tata Group even today. During his lifetime, Jamsetji Tata made a lasting impact on India, especially in the areas of education and healthcare, which remained his main focus.