Sudha Murty
Indian author and Infosys Foundation head
An Indian author and philanthropist, led the Infosys Foundation, focusing on education, rural development, and healthcare initiatives. Authored numerous novels and works of children's literature in Kannada and English. Engaged in various outreach programs to uplift underprivileged communities. Played a key role in implementing significant projects that improved educational infrastructure across India.
Authored 'Wise and Otherwise'
Wrote 'The Daughter from a Wishing Tree'
Headed the Infosys Foundation
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