Standoff with Noel Tata: What led to N Chandrasekaran’s exit as Tata Sons chairman

N Chandrasekaran’s decision to step down as Tata Sons chairman ends months of uncertainty surrounding his possible extension at the group. His current tenure ends in February 2027 and he will continue to serve his full term.The 63-year-old Chandrasekaran, who has been associated with the Tata Group for four decades, informed the Tata Sons board on Wednesday that he would not seek another term after his tenure expires on February 20, 2027. He also urged the board to identify his successor at the earliest to facilitate an orderly leadership transition.Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group, is majority-owned by Tata Trusts and oversees more than 30 companies, including Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Motors and Air India.What led to the exit?N Chandrasekaran’s exit ends nearly a decade at the helm of one of India's most influential business groups.