Jamsetji Tata was a pioneering Indian entrepreneur and philanthropist in the 19th century who established several major companies that helped transform India's economy and society. He founded Tata & Sons in 1868 which later diversified into industries like textiles, steel, and hospitality. Tata established the Empress Mills in 1877 which was India's first modern textile plant. He also founded Tata Iron and Steel Company in 1907, which was India's first indigenous steel company. In addition to business, Tata was a philanthropist who established several educational and social institutions through the JN Tata Endowment and his donations, demonstrating his commitment to India's development. His vision and accomplishments formed the basis for the Tata Group which