Refuting the claim and verifying it with Shantanu Naidu, a close friend and aide to the late philanthropist, Kudalkar stated that Ratan Tata's dog Goa is not dead.

In a post on LinkedIn, Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran shared his fond memories of Ratan Tata as he paid tribute to the national icon.

Ratan Tata commitment to animal welfare was evident in numerous instances, most notably during the renovation of Bombay House

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran said that for late Ratan Tata small details were very important as he recalled that when he wanted to renovate Tata Sons' headquarters Bombay House in 2017, the first question Ratan Tata asked was what would happen to the dogs living there.

Ratan Tata's compassion for animals, especially stray dogs, influenced his decisions at Tata Group. When renovating Bombay House, he ensured a kennel was created for them. His love for animals was evident when he canceled a trip to be with his ailing dog,

Tata Sons Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran in an emotional LinkedIn post recounted the renovation of Bombay House.

N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, pays tribute to Ratan Tata's legacy, highlighting his humanity, keen memory, and visionary leadership. Tata, who transformed Tata Group into a global giant, was known for his compassion towards employees and even stray dogs at Bombay House.