Circa 1996: Ratan Tata's "Personal" Note To Narasimha Rao For "Opening Up" Of India

In a handwritten letter to PV Narasimha Rao, late Ratan Tata expressed his respect for Mr Rao's "outstanding achievement" in heralding much-needed economic reforms in India.

In a heartfelt tribute to the late industrialist Ratan Tata, RPG Group Chairman Harsh Goenka shared a picture of a handwritten note, penned by Ratan Tata in 1996, addressed to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao. In a letter, Mr Tata expressed his respect for Mr Rao's “outstanding achievement” in heralding much-needed economic reforms in India. Beautiful writing from a beautiful person…. pic.twitter.com/AOxJPmVqNL

Former Prime Minister Narasimha Rao is often called the 'Father of Indian Economic Reforms' for changing the face of India's economy in 1996 and leading it on the path of recovery and transformation.

Lauding Mr Rao for making India, a part of the global community, Mr Tata wrote, “Every Indian should owe you a debt of gratitude for the courageous and far-sighted "opening up" of India.”