By Anshika Verma19, Dec 2023 10:00 AMjagranjosh.com
Who is Sudha Murty?
Indian engineering instructor Sudha Murty is a gifted writer who writes in English, Marathi, and Kannada. Her charitable endeavors are her reputation. Tap to read about her impressive educational qualifications!
Sudha Murty - early life
In Shiggaon, Karnataka, on August 19, 1950, Sudha Murty was born into a Madhwa Brahmin family. From an early age, She received support and guidance from her parents.
Sudha murty - educational qualifications
She graduated from the B.V.B. College of Engineering & Technology (now known as KLE Technological University) with a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Sudha murty - post graduation
She graduated from the Indian Institute of Science with a postgraduate degree in computer science. The Karnataka Chief Minister at the time awarded her a gold medal.
Sudha Murty - Career
Sudha Murty has always been a trailblazer in the advancement of education and a champion of women's rights. She was invited for an interview after writing to Tata Motors.
First female engineer to get hired
She went on to become the first female engineer hired in India. Her role at Telco was crucial in updating the employment guidelines of the organisation.
Infosys (1996)
She founded the Infosys Foundation in 1996, and she currently serves as the organisation's chairperson. She also holds a visiting professorship at Bangalore and Christ University.
Infosys foundation
The Narayan Rao Melgiri Memorial National Law Library at NLSIU and the H.R. Kadim Diwan Building at IIT Kanpur were both opened by the Infosys foundation.