Cyrus Mistry's death in road accident: PM Modi, Gadkari, Tharoor, others express shock, offer condolences

Soon after the news of his demise emerged, netizens offered their condolences to the departed soul.

Updated Sep 4, 2022 6:50 PM IST

Cyrus Mistry's death in road accident: PM Modi, Gadkari, Tharoor, others express shock, offer condolences

Mistry suffered grievous injuries due to the accident and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.

Former Tata Group chairman Cyrus Mistry passed away on Sunday in a road accident near Mumbai. The incident is said to have taken place near Mumbai and in Palghar district over two hours back. Cyrus and four others were headed to Palghar when the accident took place after the driver lost control of the car and banged in the river bridge. Mistry suffered grievous injuries due to the accident and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.

Soon after the news of his demise emerged, netizens offered their condolences to the departed soul. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in offering his last respects to Mistry.

The Prime Minister wrote, "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. May his soul rest in peace."

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.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2022

RPG Enterprises chairman Harsh Goenka wrote, “So sad to hear of the shocking news of the passing away of Cyrus Mistry in an accident. He was a friend, a gentleman, a man of substance. He was instrumental in creating the global construction giant Shapoorji Pallonji and ably led the Tata group.”

So sad to hear of the shocking news of the passing away of #CyrusMistry in an accident. He was a friend, a gentleman, a man of substance. He was instrumental in creating the global construction giant Shapoorji Pallonji and ably led the Tata group.
— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) September 4, 2022

Reliance Industries’ Parimal Nathwani also expressed his shock at Mistry’s sudden demise. He wrote, “Deeply shocked and saddened by the passing away of former TATA Sons chairman Shri Cyrus Mistry in a road accident near Palghar in Maharashtra. It is a great loss. May his soul rest in peace.”

Deeply shocked and saddened by the passing away of Former TATA Sons Chairman Shri Cyrus Mistry in a road accident near Palghar in Maharashtra. It is a great loss. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/z9ZRMkvsor
— Parimal Nathwani (@mpparimal) September 4, 2022

Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari also tweeted on Mistry’s passing and wrote, “Deeply saddened to know about the unfortunate demise of ex-chairman of Tata Sons, Cyrus Mistry ji in a road accident near Palghar, Maharashtra. Sincerest condolences to his family members. May he rest in Peace. Om Shanti.

Deeply saddened to know about the unfortunate demise of Ex-Chairman of Tata Sons, Cyrus Mistry Ji in a road accident near Palghar, Maharashtra.

Sincerest condolences to his family members.

May he Rest In Peace.

Om Shanti.
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) September 4, 2022

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri also took to Twitter to remember the departed soul. Puri wrote, "Deeply saddened to learn of the unfortunate demise of former Tata Sons chairman Cyrus Mistry ji in a tragic road accident. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Rest in Peace."

Deeply saddened to learn of the unfortunate demise of former Tatasons Chairman Sh Cyrus Mistry Ji in a tragic road accident.
Heartfelt condolences to his family & friends.

Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/l6dYvrr2hQ
— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) September 4, 2022

Member of Parliament Shashi Tharoor wrote, "So shocked to hear of his untimely demise. My heart goes out to his loved ones."

So shocked to hear of his untimely demise. My heart goes out to his loved ones. #CyrusMistry https://t.co/2MqZne4lfi
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) September 4, 2022

Working President of the Telangana Rashtra Samiti (TRS) KT Rama Rao, also known as KTR, shared his picture with the late Tata Group chairperson and wrote, "Shocked totally! One of the most humble, dignified and nice humans who I've had the pleasure of being a friend over the last eight years; Cyrus Mistry is no more! Rest in peace Cyrus. Yet another good soul gone too soon."

Shocked totally! One of the most humble, dignified & nice humans who I’ve had the pleasure of being a friend over the last 8 years; Cyrus Mistry is no more!

Rest in peace Cyrus 🙏

Yet another good soul Gone too soon pic.twitter.com/nWJuA23x75
— KTR (@KTRTRS) September 4, 2022

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde remembered the former Tata Sons chairman on his sudden death. Shinde said that he was "shocked" to hear about Mistry's sudden demise. Commenting on Mistry, he further added, "He was not only a successful entrepreneur but also was seen in the industry as a young, bright and visionary personality. It's a great loss... My heartfelt tribute."

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis tweeted, "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."

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.
ॐ शान्ति 🙏
Spoke to DGP and instructed for detailed investigations. pic.twitter.com/1v0FiAEAtw
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— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) September 4, 2022

Here are some other reactions on Mistry’s unfortunate passing

Saddened by the tragic news of the demise of former Chairman of Tata Sons, Cyrus Mistry.

He was amongst the brightest business minds of the country, who made a significant contribution to India’s growth story.

My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and admirers.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 4, 2022

Extremely shocked by the news of the passing away of Cyrus Mistry.

Recall our various interactions over the years. My deepest condolences to his family.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) September 4, 2022

Deeply anguished & shocked by the sudden passing away of Cyrus Mistry.

Indian industry has lost one of its shining stars whose contributions to India's economic progress will always be remembered.

My heartfelt condolences to his family & friends. pic.twitter.com/74bzEPsr3a
— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) September 4, 2022

A gentle soul, a man with a vision and a mission; Cyrus as I will always remember him epitomised kindness. The news of his demise comes as a shock. My condolences to his family & loved ones. Om Shanti 🙏 #cyrusmistry
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) September 4, 2022

Shocked and sad to hear about the passing away of #CyrusMistry.

I had met him many times. Was talking to him just a few weeks ago. He always came across as a true gentleman & a great business leader.

Deepest condolences to his family members. May he rest in peace. Om shanti. 🙏
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— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) September 4, 2022

Devastating News My Brother Cyrus Mistry passed away. Can’t believe it.

Rest in Peace Cyrus. pic.twitter.com/YEz7VDkWCY
— Supriya Sule (@supriya_sule) September 4, 2022

Shocked and sad to hear the news of Cyrus Mistry’s death in a road accident. Prayers for him, heartfelt condolences to his family and friends to cope with this tragic loss.
Gone too soon, rest in peace.
— Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) September 4, 2022

Former Tata Sons chairman Cyrus Mistry died in a road accident at Charoti in Palghar on Sunday when his Mercedes was returning from Ahmedabad to Mumbai
— Rishi Bagree (@rishibagree) September 4, 2022

The news of Shri Cyrus Mistry’s untimely demise is shocking! He was a man with a vision and one of the true custodian of India’s growth story.

My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

।। ॐ शांति ।।
— Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) September 4, 2022

Shocked at the unfortunate passing of the former Chairman of Tata Sons, Cyrus Mistry. This was no age to go. Condolences to his family members. May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/xuhl5F4U0l
— Raghav Chadha (@raghav_chadha) September 4, 2022

Shocked to hear about the demise of Cyrus Mistry ji. May god give strength to his family to bear this loss. India lost a young, fine businessman today.
Om Shaanti
— Aaditya Thackeray (@AUThackeray) September 4, 2022

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Cyrus Mistry's death in road accident: PM Modi, Gadkari, Tharoor, others express shock, offer condolences

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