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14December 2025 /Pioneering India%u2019s global tech rise through vision, integrity, innovation, and leadershipNarayana Murthy - The Visionary Who Put India on the Global Technology MapA Humble Beginning, A Global VisionNagavara Ramarao Narayana Murthy, fondly known as N. R. Narayana Murthy, is widely regarded as the architect of India%u2019s IT revolution. Born in 1946 in Mysore, Karnataka, his journey from humble beginnings to building one of the world%u2019s most respected technology companies is truly inspirational. After completing Electrical Engineering from Mysore University and a Master%u2019s in Computer Science from IIT Kanpur, Murthy began his career as a computer scientist. His early exposure to computing sparked his dream of using technology to empower India. In 1981, with %u20b910,000 borrowed from his wife Sudha Murthy, he co-founded Infosys with six colleagues. What began as a small startup in Pune went on to become a global software powerhouse, proving that Indian talent could compete on the world stage and changing India%u2019s economic story forever.Architect of India%u2019s IT RenaissanceAt a time when India was still emerging economically, Murthy envisioned a business model that made Indian expertise indispensable worldwide. He pioneered the Global Delivery Model (GDM) - a revolutionary concept of distributed software development that introduced the idea of a %u201c24-hour workday.%u201d Under his leadership, Infosys became a global benchmark for innovation, ethics, and transparency. It was among the first Indian firms to list on NASDAQ in 1999, symbolising India%u2019s arrival in the global technology arena. By the early 2000s, Infosys was valued at over $27 billion, showcasing how disciplined execution and values-driven leadership could create lasting impact.Leadership Rooted in IntegrityMurthy%u2019s leadership stands on humility, discipline, and moral conviction. Even during challenging times, he chose perseverance over profit and integrity over shortcuts. For him, success is measured not by wealth but by impact on society. His belief in inclusive growth led to the creation of the Infosys Science Foundation, which recognises excellence in research and innovation.A True Bharat Change MakerBeyond Infosys, Murthy has served on the boards of Unilever, HSBC, and the United Nations Foundation, earning global honours including the Padma Vibhushan, Legion d%u2019Honneur, and EY World Entrepreneur of the Year Award.Narayana Murthy%u2019s life and legacy reflect the spirit of a Bharat Change Maker%u2014ethical, innovative, and visionary. As he says, %u201cThe pleasure lies in the journey, not the destination.%u201d His story continues to inspire India%u2019s next generation of dreamers and doers.Nagavara Ramarao Narayana Murthy, Founder, Infosys