Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma deletes post about late Ratan Tata after backlash, but why?

The passing of legendary industrialist Ratan Tata sent shockwaves across the nation, with tributes pouring in from prominent figures and ordinary citizens alike, all expressing their grief on social media. However, Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s tribute post sparked significant backlash and criticism from netizens. Many users took to social media to voice their discontent, leading to Vijay being severely trolled for his remarks.

The backlash started with Vijay’s post that he posted yesterday, mourning the death of Ratan Tata. He wrote on X, “A legend who will inspire every generation. Entrepreneurs of the next generation will miss interacting with the most humble businessman of India. Salutes, Sir. Ok Tata Bye Bye.”

Everything seemed fine until Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s post ended with the phrases “Ok Tata Bye Bye,” which many found offensive.

In response to the massive backlash, Vijay deleted the post, but screenshots quickly circulated online, going viral. The post was notably shared by user Shivam Sourav Jha, further adding fuel the criticism directed at Vijay.

Check the post here:

wtf is the last line pic.twitter.com/dOrIeMQH7c

— Shivam Sourav Jha (@ShivamSouravJha) October 10, 2024

Netizens quickly labeled his remarks as “inappropriate,” “cheap,” and an act of “big idiocy.” Some took to social media, pointing out his lack of manners, with one user remarking, “never misses a chance to be in the news.” Another user commented, “That’s the reason Paytm is sinking; this man is focusing on the wrong directions.”