Here's how Ratan Tata’s brands have left their mark in Goa
Evelyn Siqueira
TATA & GOA
As we go about our everyday lives, you’ll notice that many products and services from the Tata Group are familiar names in Goa. For example …
Goa | shopping
LUXURY HOTELS
In 1974, the Fort Aguada Beach Resort in Candolim became the first hotel in Goa to be opened by Taj Hotels, a part of the renowned Tata Group.
Goa | Tata | Taj hotels | Fort Aguada Beach Resort | Candolim | Photo: Taj Aguada Resort & Spa
ON THE ROAD
Sierra, Sumo, Nano, LPT trucks and Marcopolo are just some of the vehicles produced by Tata Motors Limited and which can be seen on Goan roads, too.
Goa | traffic
LOOKIN' GOOD
A popular brand in Goa, Lakmé was India's first cosmetic company in the post-Independence era, and was founded in 1952 by JRD Tata, the father of Ratan Tata.
Goa | cosmetics
IT IS TIME
Titan Watches was established as a joint venture between Tata Industries and the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO). These can also be purchased in Goa.
Goa | watches
TAKING FLIGHT
Air India, which operates several weekly flights to Goa, was acquired by the Tata Group in 2022, after which the airline received a new brand identity.
Goa | Tata | Air India | Photo: tata.com
ANYONE FOR A CUPPA?
Tea is a breakfast essential for many, and several supermarkets in Goa stock Tetley Tea, a popular British brand acquired by the Tata Group in 2000.
Goa | black tea
GET COOKING
Founded by Capital Foods in 1996, and later acquired by Tata Consumer Products, Ching’s Secret is a household name for ‘Desi Chinese’ cuisine in India and Goa.
Goa | cook | Chinese cooking
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