Heir not apparent: Why ‘unknown entity’ Ratan Tata was finally handpicked by JRD Tata
In the book ‘Ratan Tata: A Life’, the retired IAS officer and author examines the intrigue, leadership dynamics, and unexpected nature of Ratan Tata’s appointment as JRD Tata’s successor. He also captures the tensions and challenges involved in the succession decision, as well as the contrast between Ratan Tata’s modest personality and the larger-than-life contenders