Sudha Murty is an Indian educator, author and philanthropist. She is best known for her charitable work and contributions to literature in Kannada and English.
Born on August 19, 1950 in Shiggaon, Karnataka, India, Sudha Murty has left a lasting impression in many fields.
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- Full Name: Sudha Murty
- Date of birth: August 19, 1950
- Age: 73 years
- Gender: Female
- Place of Birth: Shiggaon, Karnataka, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Educator, Author, Philanthropist
Early life and education
Sudha Murty, 73, was born into a Marathi-speaking family in the small town of Shiggaon on August 19, 1950.
Her father, RH Kulkarni, is a surgeon, and her mother, Vimala Kulkarni, is a teacher. Sudha was raised by her parents and grandparents, who greatly shaped her early years.
Growing up in Shiggaon, Sudha Murty developed a deep love for reading and storytelling. These childhood experiences became the foundation for her future work as an author.
She completed her education from BVB College of Engineering & Technology, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. She then pursued a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Science.
Personal life
Sudha Murty is married to NR Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys. They got married while she was working as an engineer at TELCO in Pune.
The couple has two children, Akshata Murty and Rohan Murty. Akshata, Sudha’s daughter, is a famous fashion designer and is married to Rishi Sunak, the British Prime Minister.
Career
Sudha Murty’s career journey began with computer science and engineering. She became the first female engineer hired at India’s largest automobile manufacturer, TATA Engineering and Locomotive Company (TELCO).
Her determination and perseverance helped her gain a position in the company despite the prevailing gender discrimination.
In 1996, Sudha Murty founded the Infosys Foundation, a public charity. Since then, she has been actively involved in various philanthropic initiatives, focusing on education, healthcare, and rural development.
Sudha has established several orphanages, supported the digitization of schools and contributed to improving library facilities in public schools.
A talented author, Sudha Murty has written and published many books in both Kannada and English.
Her works include novels, non-fiction, travelogues, technical books, and memoirs. Her books have been translated into many Indian languages, making her stories accessible to a wider audience.
Sudha is also a respected columnist for English and Kannada newspapers.
Net worth
Sudha Murty’s philanthropic efforts and successful writing career have earned her a significant net worth. Her estimated net worth is around $3 million.
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