Cyrus Mistry, the former head of Tata Sons, died in a car accident at the age of 54 years on NH48. Police official said, "The two deceased seated in the back were not wearing seat belts due to which their airbags did not deploy. When the car crashed, they got jammed between the front and back seats."
More on this from Police, "There were four people in the car, of which two, including Mistry, died on the spot. Others have been taken to hospital".
PM Modi tweeted, “The untimely demise of Shri Cyrus Mistry is shocking. He was a promising business leader who believed in India’s economic prowess. His passing away is a big loss to the world of commerce and industry. Condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace.”
CM Fadnavis, "Shocked and deeply pained to know about the demise of Former Chairman of Tata Sons Shri Cyrus Mistry in an unfortunate accident near Palghar. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. Om Shanti. Spoke to DGP and instructed for detailed investigations.”
Eknath Shinde, “It was shocking to hear the news of death of former Tata Sons head Cyrus Mistry. He was not only a successful industrialist but a young and future oriented individual. We have lost a talented industrialist. His death is not only a loss of Mistry family but India’s industrial sector. My heartfelt condolences on his unfortunate demise.”
