Nandan Nilekani
Indian businessman, co-founder of Infosys
Co-founded Infosys, a multinational corporation providing business consulting, information technology, and outsourcing services. Played a critical role in establishing the company as a leader in the IT industry. Served as chairman of the Unique Identification Authority of India from 2009 to 2014, overseeing the implementation of the Aadhaar project, which aimed to provide a unique identification number to residents of India. Engaged in public policy and technology initiatives to improve governance and promote digital inclusion.
Co-founded Infosys
Led the Aadhaar project
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