‘Cold, angry 21 hrs in goods compartment…’: Narayana Murthy’s take on stark inequity in India

Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, shared his journey and vision for “Compassionate Capitalism” at the Kalichand Memorial Lecture in Mumbai, reflecting on his hitchhiking trip back to India in 1974. He emphasized the power of entrepreneurship in addressing poverty but acknowledged ongoing challenges, advocating for discipline and hard work to drive societal change. Murthy’s call for longer working hours and focus on community interests aims to accelerate India’s economic growth, highlighting his influential role in the tech industry’s transformation and economic development.

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