Ratan Tata's ₹10,000 crore will explained: Between siblings, Shantanu Naidu and dog Tito, who gets what?
Ratan Tata, who passed away on October 9 at the age of 86, left a profound legacy not only in business but also in his personal life, particularly regarding his beloved German Shepherd, Tito. In his will, Tata made provisions for «unlimited care» for Tito, ensuring that his long-time cook, Rajan Shaw, will take care of the dog.
Tata adopted Tito roughly six years ago, following the death of his previous dog. This heartfelt gesture reflects Tata's well-documented love for dogs and his commitment to animal welfare. He was an active advocate for stray dog care and devoted significant time to finding homes for abandoned petsestimated to exceed ₹10,000 crore, allocates wealth among several beneficiaries, including his brother Jimmy Tata, half-sisters Shireen and Deanna Jejeebhoy, and his dedicated household staff.
His will, made public approximately two weeks after his death, also includes specific provisions for his butler, Subbiah, with whom he shared a close bond for over three decades.
According to The Times of India, Tata has included assets for his executive assistant, Shantanu Naidu, who relinquished his stake in Tata's companionship venture, Goodfellows, which was established in 2022 to support senior citizens. Additionally, Tata has taken care of Naidu's educational expenses abroad .
Among the not in Tata's will are a 2,000-square-foot beach bungalow in Alibaug and a two-storey residence on Juhu Tara Road in Mumbai. His financial holdings include fixed deposits exceeding ₹350 crore and a 0.83% stake in Tata
