Ms. Simone Tata, Chairperson of Westside, Trend Ltd
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NAGARA GOPAL
Simone Tata, the late Ratan Tata’s stepmother passed away this morning at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after a brief illness, a statement from the Tata group said.
“She will always be remembered for her contribution to the growth of Lakmé as India’s leading cosmetic brand and laying the foundation for fashion retail with the Westside chain,” it said, adding that she also guided the work of many philanthropic organisations including Sir Ratan Tata Institute.
“With her positivity and deep resolve she overcame many challenges in her life while touching many of us deeply.”
Simone Tata, 95, is survived by her son Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts, his wife and grandchildren Neville, Maya and Leah.
Published on December 5, 2025
