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The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, on Thursday, passed a resolution to initiate setting up of a selection committee to choose the next chairman of Tata Sons.This follows Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran's decision not to offer himself for reappointment for a third term starting next February.The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust is one of the two principal shareholders of Tata Sons, the holding company of the salt-to-software conglomerate. The other key trust - Sir Ratan Tata Trust - is facing a regulatory probe over board composition and is barred from holding meetings by the Charity Commissioner of Maharashtra.In a statement, Tata Trusts said it’s nominee directors received an email from Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran conveying his desire not to opt for a third term post February 2027.
Appreciating Chandrasekaran for his contribution and stewardship of the Tata group, the trustees passed a resolution to initiate the setting up of a selection committee as soon as possible in accordance with the Articles of Association of Tata Sons, for the purpose of recommending a person for appointment as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors.“We extend our full support to Tata Sons in ensuring a smooth, timely and orderly transition of leadership, consistent with the values and long-term interests of Tata Sons and the Tata group,” Tata Trusts said in a statement.“The Sir Dorabji Tata Trust respects Mr. Chandrasekaran’s decision not to offer himself for reappointment. We place on record our deepest appreciation for his contribution and stewardship of Tata Sons and the Tata group over the past decade. We thank him for his immense contribution during a period of significant change, growth and transformation across the Group,” it added.Published on August 13, 2026
