Cyrus Mistry’s case shifts focus on role of independent directors.

With the much talked about dismissal of Cyrus Mistry, the erstwhile Chairman of Tata Sons, the scope and role of independent directors in companies has become a topic of discussion. On October 24, 2016, Cyrus Mistry was removed as the chairman of Tata Sons Ltd., and Ratan Tata took over as the interim chairman.