Ratan Tata’s most popular Instagram post isn’t about his beloved dogs Tito or Goa but this…

Ratan Tata, the revered industrialist and philanthropist, joined Instagram in October 2019 after a long absence from public life. Upon joining, he expressed excitement about connecting with people and creating something special, even though he wasn’t initially expecting to “break the Internet.” Since then, he has kept his followers engaged by sharing glimpses of his life, often featuring his love for dogs.

However, his most popular post to date was not about his beloved dogs Tito or Goa but about a car—the Tata Indica. In January 2023, to mark the 25th anniversary of the Tata Indica, Ratan Tata shared a nostalgic post that resonated deeply with his audience. The post featured a picture of him with the iconic car, commemorating its role in India’s automotive history as the first indigenous passenger car. In his caption, he fondly recalled the launch of the Indica and the significance it held for him and the country.

He shared a picture of the car all decked up with garlands and the words “First Indica” written across the windscreen with flowers. Interestingly, the car’s number plate read “Indica DL 001”.

“Everyone told us it couldn’t be done without having a joint venture or a partnership with an international company. That if I did this, I would be linked to failure,” he said. “But we went ahead anyway,” he stressed.

“There were technical issues and many lessons we learned. It was a wonderful experience to be breaking new ground. The chances to give up were many. We stayed the course, worked out each issue, and that was the birth of India’s 1st indigenous car, The Tata Indica.

The post garnered immense attention, with 8.2 million people liking it, and his Instagram account now boasts over 10.8 million followers. Tata’s legacy, both in business and in the hearts of millions, is beautifully reflected in the fond memories shared through his social media presence.