Mumbai Police senior inspector Sudhir Kudalkar has debunked fake news which was making rounds on social media about the death of Ratan Tata's pet dog "Goa".

A viral WhatsApp message falsely claimed that Ratan Tata's dog Goa died. Mumbai Police's inspector Sudhir Kudalkar confirmed the misinformation, reassuring through an Instagram post that Goa is alive and well.

Ratan Tata was widely recognised for his love for dogs and his dedication to the welfare of stray animals. He notably worked to ensure the safety of abandoned pets, especially during the monsoon

A senior inspector with the Mumbai Police has clarified that contrary to rumours, Ratan Tata’s pet dog Goa is alive and well.

Refuting the claim and verifying it with Shantanu Naidu, a close friend and aide to the late philanthropist, Kudalkar stated that Ratan Tata's dog Goa is not dead.

Mumbai: Ratan Tata's dog 'Goa' was claimed to be dead, days after the demise of its owner, on WhatsApp forwarded messages. But this piece of information is entirely fake. The dog is alive. The messages about Goa's death are untrue.