- President Droupadi Murmu’s nomination of Sudha Murty, the esteemed chairperson of Infosys Foundation, to the Rajya Sabha on the auspicious occasion of Women’s Day.
- PM Modi hailed Murty’s nomination as a monumental tribute to the indomitable spirit of ‘Nari Shakti’, underlining its profound significance on International Women’s Day.
- In his social media post PM Modi extolled Murty’s multifaceted contributions to society, spanning realms of social work, philanthropy, and education.
- A luminary in her own right, Sudha Murty’s illustrious journey is adorned with prestigious accolades, including the Padma Shri in 2006 and the Padma Bhushan in 2023.
- Her profound love for the Kannada language propelled her to establish over 60,000 libraries in Karnataka.
- As a prolific author, her literary works, both in English and Kannada, have captivated readers across the nation.
President Droupadi Murmu’s nomination of Sudha Murty, the esteemed chairperson of Infosys Foundation, to the Rajya Sabha on the auspicious occasion of Women’s Day, has ignited a wave of admiration across the nation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a heartfelt tribute on X, hailed Murty’s nomination as a monumental tribute to the indomitable spirit of ‘Nari Shakti’, underlining its profound significance on International Women’s Day.
Prime Minister Modi, in his post, extolled Murty’s multifaceted contributions to society, spanning realms of social work, philanthropy, and education. Her nomination to the Upper House stands as a testament to the unparalleled strength and potential that women possess in shaping the nation’s trajectory towards progress and prosperity.
A luminary in her own right, Sudha Murty’s illustrious journey is adorned with prestigious accolades, including the Padma Shri in 2006 and the Padma Bhushan in 2023. She has been honored with the RK Narayan Award for Literature, the Attimabbe Award for excellence in Kannada literature, and the Lifetime Achievement Award by Crossword Book Awards in 2018, each testament to her unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions.
Born in 1950 in Shiggaon, Haveri District, North Karnataka, Sudha Murty’s academic brilliance shone early on, with her securing the first rank across all branches in engineering from BVB College of Engineering. Her profound love for the Kannada language, nurtured through education in a Kannada-language school till class 10, propelled her to establish over 60,000 libraries in Karnataka, fostering a culture of literacy and learning. As a prolific author, her literary works, both in English and Kannada, have captivated readers across the nation, with translations into numerous Indian languages and sales exceeding 26 lakh copies.
The nomination process for the Rajya Sabha underscores the recognition of distinguished individuals for their outstanding contributions to various fields, including arts, literature, sciences, and social services. Sudha Murty’s association with Infosys, where her husband Narayana Murthy serves as the founder, and her familial ties with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak add another layer of distinction to her persona.
Sudha Murty’s induction into the Rajya Sabha symbolizes not only her individual triumph but also serves as a beacon of empowerment, inspiring countless women to strive for excellence and make meaningful contributions towards the advancement of society.
(With inputs from agencies)
