Outspoken, principle-driven Bal Thackeray will be missed: Ratan Tata

Calling him a "strong leader" respected and admired by many, Tata Sons Chairman Ratan Tata on Saturday condoled the death of Shiv Sena patriarch Bal Thackeray.

"Mr Balasaheb Thackeray was a strong leader of his people � respected and admired by many. He was outspoken but driven by his principles," Tata Sons Chairman Ratan Tata said in a condolence message.

"My condolences go out to the members of his family. He has left his mark on Mumbai and Maharashtra, and will be missed by many," he added.