Quick Info
| Profession | Teacher, Author, Philanthropist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 19/08/1950 |
| Age | 76 years |
| Birthplace | Shiggaon, Karnataka |
| Hometown | Shiggaon, Karnataka |
Latest News about Sudha Murthy
18/07/2026
Sudha Murthy was conferred an honorary doctoral degree at IIT Dharwad during the institute’s seventh annual convocation. The recognition added to her existing list of honors for contributions to literature, philanthropy, and public service.
21/01/2026
Sudha Murthy publicly warned people about fraudsters using deepfake videos made in her name to deceive the public. The warning was aimed at preventing scams and misinformation spread through manipulated media.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Famous For | Being the Founder-Chairperson of Infosys Foundation |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 158 cm (5' 2") |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Address | Neralu, #1/2 (1878), 11th Main, 39th Cross, 4th T Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore 560011, Karnataka |
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| Controversy | In 2019, the Home Ministry of India cancelled the registration of Bengaluru-based NGO 'Infosys Foundation' for violating the norms by receiving foreign grants. The NGO had failed to provide income and expenditure statement on foreign funding for the previous few years, which resulted in the cancellation of the registration of the Foundation. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Boyfriends | N. R. Narayana Murthy |
| Marriage Date | 10/02/1978 |
Family
| Father | Dr. R. H. Kulkarni (Surgeon) |
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| Mother | Vimala Kulkarni |
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| Spouse | N. R. Narayana Murthy |
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| Son-in-law | Rishi Sunak |
Career
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| Note | She has many more accolades to her name. |
| Early Career | First female engineer hired at TATA Engineering and Locomotive Company (TELCO); later worked as Senior Systems Analyst at Walchand Group of Industries |
| Infosys Foundation | Founded Infosys Foundation in 1996; served as Founder-Chairperson until retirement in 2020; Foundation focuses on education, healthcare, rural development, and the arts; built 2300 houses in flood-affected areas, 7000 libraries in schools, 16,000 toilets |
| Academic Roles | Visiting Professor at Bangalore University; taught at Christ University |
| Literary Work | Published over 100 books including novels, non-fiction, travelogues, technical books, and memoirs; books translated into all major Indian languages; columnist for English and Kannada newspapers |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/smtsudhamurty/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/sudhamurthyofficial/ | |
| https://x.com/SmtSudhaMurty |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sudha Murthy is a well-known Indian author and the chairperson of Infosys Foundation, a non-profit organization. | |
| 2. 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.' | |
| 3. 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. | |
| 4. Despite norms in the late '60s, Sudha was bold and carried a bob haircut and wore jeans and t-shirt. | |
| 5. 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). | |
| 6. Sudha's relationship with N. R. Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys, started during her time at TELCO, leading to their eventual marriage. | |
| 7. 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. | |
| 8. Sudha played a pivotal role in the early days of Infosys, choosing to leave her job and support Narayana's venture full-time. | |
| 9. In 1996, Sudha and her friends established Infosys Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on various charitable efforts. | |
| 10. The foundation has been involved in numerous initiatives, including disaster relief, educational support, and rural development across India. | |
| 11. Sudha's philanthropic work extends to providing aid for natural disasters and supporting underprivileged communities through Infosys Foundation. | |
| 12. Apart from her philanthropic activities, Sudha is a respected author with multiple books in English and Kannada, drawing inspiration from her real-life experiences. | |
| 13. Sudha has made cameo appearances on television shows and in movies, showcasing her diverse interests beyond writing and philanthropy. | |
| 14. In recognition of her contributions, Sudha was nominated to the Rajya Sabha by the President of India in March 2024. | |
| 15. She wrote a postcard to TELCO's Chairman complaining of the 'men only' gender bias, which led to a special interview and immediate hiring. | |
| 16. Her novel 'Dollar Bahu', originally penned in Kannada and later translated into English, gained widespread acclaim and was adapted into a televised series by Zee TV in 2001. | |
| 17. Sudha has not purchased a new saree in the past thirty years, a decision rooted in her spiritual beliefs stemming from a visit to Kashi, where she chose to make a significant offering. | |
| 18. She is a member of public health care initiatives of the Gates Foundation. | |
| 19. The Infosys Foundation under her leadership has constructed hundreds of libraries, funded orphanages, and provided relief during natural disasters. |