7 lesser known facts about j.r.d. tata

JRD Tata became the youngest chairman of Tata Sons at the age of 34.

He was the first Indian to get a commercial pilot’s license.

JRD founded Tata Airlines in 1932, which later became Air India.

He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor, in 1992.

Under his leadership, Tata Group expanded into chemicals, technology, hospitality, and more.

He established various institutions and foundations for social causes.

JRD introduced several employee welfare schemes and was a strong advocate for industrial safety.