- Maharashtra Government will confer Tata group Chairman Ratan Tata with the first prestigious Maharashtra Udyog Ratna Award this year, state industries minister Uday Samant announced in the State Legislative Assembly.
- This award will be given for the first time. The objective of Maharashtra Udyog Ratna Awards is to recognize the efforts of individuals and organizations who have made significant contribution to the business, industry, education, real estate, tourism, financial services, fashion, electronics, agriculture, banking, IT, food items and health sectors in Maharashtra. Made tremendous contribution.
Honored with Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan
- He has been honored with many awards during his career. He has also been awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2008 and the Padma Bhushan in 2000, India’s two highest civilian awards.
- Recently, Ratan Tata was awarded Australia’s highest civilian honor ‘Order of Australia’ award.
Maharashtra Udyog Ratna Award
- The ‘Udyog Ratna’ award is a state-level award given to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the industrial sector of Maharashtra.
- Ratan Tata is being awarded the award for his contributions to the growth and development of the Tata Group, which is one of the largest conglomerates in India.