The Suave Mrs Sudha Murthy

These are not the traits or achievements of Mrs Sudha Murthy… These are just a few of the countless outcomes of her being herself.

- NAVNIIT GANDHI

Someone who ‘smiles’ and wins hearts;

Someone who pens a simple story and leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of the reader;

Someone who took a backseat in terms of power and positions and found herself standing steadfast in the most towering position…

She does not have to do a lot to make a difference. She has just to be herself. She has shredded to pieces the claims of the modern, urbane, competitive and bashful folks who teach us that having a ‘killer spirit’ and the confidence to assert yourself will push others behind and give you a position at the top. She does not brag; does not authoritatively command or have airs about her education and social standing and yet she is at the top; she is a role model to millions and without seeking any of it — she has it all! Yes, that is Sudha Murthy — an author, teacher, entrepreneur, social worker and most importantly, a warm and endearing person par excellence. Born on 19 August 1950 in Karnataka, she completed a B.Eng. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the B.V.B. College of Engineering & Technology (now known as KLE Technological University), standing first in her class and receiving a gold medal from the Chief Minister of Karnataka. Later, she completed M. Eng. in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Science, standing first in her class and receiving a gold medal from the Indian Institute of Engineers.