Heartwarming Tale Of Taj Mahal Hotel's Canine Resident And Ratan Tata's Compassion For Animals Goes Viral
The LinkedIn post has garnered significant attention, with many praising the Tata group and Ratan Tata for their humane approach.
A heartwarming story of a dog's lifelong residence at Mumbai's iconic Taj Mahal Hotel, shared a HR professional has captured the hearts of the public and highlighted industrialist Ratan Tata's well-known compassion for animals.
In her viral LinkedIn post, Rubi Khan recounted her encounter with a dog living on the hotel grounds. Curious about the dog's presence, she inquired with the hotel staff and discovered that the animal had been residing at the hotel since birth, cared for by the staff under the direct instructions of Ratan Tata.
"My curiosity led me to ask the hotel staff about him, and I learned that he has been a part of the hotel since birth. There are strict instructions from Mr. Ratan Tata to treat these animals well if they enter the premises," she wrote.
Moved by this act of kindness, she remarked how the prestigious hotel played host to dignitaries and celebrities, and yet provided sanctuary to a stray.
"What inspired me to write this is the realisation that this place, home to numerous guests ranging from political dignitaries to national and international celebrities, values every being within its walls," she noted. "Amidst the chaos, he owns the place, finding his sanctuary," she added.
Khan's reflections emphasised the importance of compassion and inclusion in business. She observed, "In the midst of leading and driving business while being customer-obsessed, the true soul of a business is reflected in how it treats others. We often speak about inclusion, biases, psychological safety, and emotional intelligence. I witnessed all these principles in action here."
The LinkedIn post has garnered significant attention, with many praising the Tata group and Ratan Tata for their humane approach. In response to the post, Taj Hotels commented, "Hi Rubi, thank you for sharing this story. At Taj, we value compassion and inclusion, ensuring every guest feels at home. Your reflections truly resonate with our core values."
