| Sudha Murthy is a well-known Indian author and the chairperson of Infosys Foundation, a non-profit organization. |
| Her brother, Shrinivas Kulkarni, is a US-based astronomer who won the Dan David Prize in 2017, while her eldest sister, Sunanda Kulkarni, is a gynaecologist in a government hospital in Bangalore, and her elder sister, Jaishree Deshpande, is the founder of the 'Deshpande Foundation.' |
| During her college days, Sudha faced challenges as she was the only female student in a class of 600 and had to abide by three conditions set by the principal. |
| Despite norms in the late '60s, Sudha was bold and carried a bob haircut and wore jeans and t-shirt. |
| Sudha excelled academically, receiving gold medals in both her graduation and post-graduation, even when faced with gender discrimination during her job application at TATA Engineering and Locomotive Company (TELCO). |
| Sudha's relationship with N. R. Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys, started during her time at TELCO, leading to their eventual marriage. |
| The couple's marriage had humble beginnings, costing only Rs. 800, and Sudha supported Narayana's dream by giving him Rs. 10,000 to start Infosys. |
| Sudha played a pivotal role in the early days of Infosys, choosing to leave her job and support Narayana's venture full-time. |
| In 1996, Sudha and her friends established Infosys Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on various charitable efforts. |
| The foundation has been involved in numerous initiatives, including disaster relief, educational support, and rural development across India. |
| Sudha's philanthropic work extends to providing aid for natural disasters and supporting underprivileged communities through Infosys Foundation. |
| Apart from her philanthropic activities, Sudha is a respected author with multiple books in English and Kannada, drawing inspiration from her real-life experiences. |
| Sudha has made cameo appearances on television shows and in movies, showcasing her diverse interests beyond writing and philanthropy. |
| In recognition of her contributions, Sudha was nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India in March 2024. |
