RIP Ratan Tata

My career began with Tata Elxsi, right after completing my BE in Computer Science, marking a significant milestone in my career. It was my first taste of the corporate world, and while not everything was perfect, the experience I gained there has been invaluable.

I'm particularly grateful to JRD Tata and Ratan Tata for his vision in establishing Tata Elxsi as a pure electronics and software technology services company. In a landscape dominated by consulting firms, Tata Elxsi's focus on technology and product innovation was refreshing. The company's history in India is a testament to its commitment to technological advancement. Founded in 1989 as a joint venture between the Tata Group and France's Thomson-CSF, Tata Elxsi has played a pioneering role in India's IT industry. Though what it started with and how is diversified into a variety of different fields is an amazing story by itself. He was the true visionaries who managed to build not just one but a spectrum of successful businesses.

While I have moved on to other opportunities, Ratan Tata and Tata Elxsi will always hold a special place in my heart. It was where I cut my teeth in the industry, learned valuable lessons, and made lifelong connections. I am thankful to Ratan Tata for making Tata Elxsi stand out in the Indian software

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