N. R. NARAYANA MURTHY
Co-founder, Infosys
Introduction
Nagavara Ramarao Narayana Murthy is an iconic Indian billionaire businessman and one of the seven co-founders of Infosys. Often described by Time magazine as the "Father of the Indian IT sector," his visionary leadership helped put India on the global technology map. He revolutionized the software services industry, creating immense wealth and opportunities for millions of professionals across the nation.
Early Life & Education
Born on August 20, 1946, in Sidlaghatta, Karnataka, Murthy was a brilliant student who emerged from a modest middle-class background. He pursued his degree in Electrical Engineering from the National Institute of Engineering, University of Mysore. Driven by a thirst for knowledge, he later earned his master's degree from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, which laid the technical foundation for his future endeavors.
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Key Milestones
