Ratan Tata passed away at age 86 at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Wednesday night

Shah arrived at the National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) in south Mumbai with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis and Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

With the passing away of Ratan Tata, not just India but humanity has lost a compassionate leader and such fine souls are rare, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray said on Thursday

Thousands of people from all walks of life, including politicians, corporate leaders and senior police officials, arrived at the NCPA, where Tata's mortal remains have been kept, to pay homage to the legendary industrialist

In a statement, Tata's family said,"We his brothers, sisters, and family take solace and comfort in the outpouring of love and respect from all who admired him. While he is no longer with us in person, his legacy of humility, generosity and purpose will continue to inspire future generations"

MNS president Raj Thackeray on Thursday fondly remembered that he and industrialist Ratan Tata shared a common thread of their love for canines and said stray dogs were welcomed in all Tata premises, be it the Taj Mahal hotel or group headquarters

"I will always remember him, not just for his commitment to business and philanthropy, or only for his compassion for animals, but also his humility that I witnessed every time I met him. Such fine souls are rare. May god give peace to his soul," Aaditya Thackeray said in a post on X

As the leaders paid their respects, many from the public and industry leaders also attended the funeral, illustrating the profound respect Ratan Tata commanded across various sectors