
Ratan Tata’s loyal companion Goa stole hearts as he attended Mumbai’s annual ‘Blessing of the Animals’ ceremony, a tradition celebrating the love and bond between humans and animals.
The annual ‘Blessing of the Animals’ event, held in Mumbai, is a heartwarming occasion where pets and animals of all kinds are blessed for good health, happiness, and protection. This year, the event gained extra attention when Goa, the beloved dog of industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata, made a special appearance.
Goa, known among Tata’s followers for his calm and affectionate nature, represented not just the Tata family’s love for animals but also their continuous support for animal welfare causes. The gathering was filled with pet lovers, animal rights activists, and families celebrating their furry friends.
Organized in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi — the patron saint of animals — the ceremony saw priests offering blessings and prayers for animals’ well-being. Attendees expressed joy and admiration seeing Ratan Tata’s famous pet, whose presence highlighted the growing compassion and respect for animals in urban India.
The event concluded with a symbolic gesture of gratitude, where participants shared stories of their pets, emphasizing the emotional and therapeutic value animals bring into human lives. Goa’s participation was a reminder that love and kindness towards animals are values deeply rooted in hu
manity.