If you want to walk fast, walk alone. But if you want to walk far, walk together

I think the Tata Group's greatest contribution to the growth of the Indian economy and Indian industry probably happened in the pre-independence era. The Group's investments in industries such as steel, textiles, power and hotels were certainly driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, but they were driven even more, I think, by a desire to make India self-sufficient and independent of its colonial masters then.

None can destroy iron, but its own rust can! Likewise none can destroy a person, but its own mindset can!

I would say that one of the things I wish I could do differently would be to be more outgoing.

The political system of the People's Republic of China can make things easy. Decisions are made quickly and results come quickly, too. In our democracy [in India], on the other hand, such things are extremely difficult.

Power and wealth are not two of my main stakes.

I have also made this a point in our company: We need to stop taking baby steps and start thinking globally. It really seems to be helping.