These personalities from Bengaluru have made us proud!
Here's a list of prominent Bangalore individuals, ranging from actors and athletes to writers and entrepreneurs, who never fail to make us proud!
Prakash Padukone
This ace badminton player, who was born in Udupi and now lives in Bangalore, was the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships in 1980. In addition, he was ranked No. 1 in the world in the same year! He began playing at an early age, claiming to have played his first official event at the age of seven in 1962. He currently manages the Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy and the Olympic Gold Quest after coaching the national badminton team from 1993 to 1996.
Sudha Murthy
Sudha Murthy is generally referred to as the chairperson of Infosys, but she is much more than that. She has written several English and Kannada books in addition to charity work and efforts to enhance education in the state. How I Taught My Grandmother To Read & Other Stories, The Mother I Never Knew, and Gently Falls The Bakula are among her numerous works that are highly recommended. Some of these novels are autobiographical, based on her personal experiences, and provide insight into her life.
Rahul Dravid
How could we discuss important Bangalore personalities without including Jammy? Mr. Dependable, Rahul Dravid, grew raised in Bangalore and attended St. Joseph's College. He is regarded as one of the best batsman in cricket history. The cricketer, who is known for both his technique and his down-to-earth demeanour, can occasionally be seen at some of the city's eateries and always agrees to pose for a photo or sign autographs, according to reports.
Kiran Mazumdar - Shaw
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is the chairman and Managing Director of Biocon Limited as well as the chairperson of IIM-Bangalore. She has been named to Forbes' list of the world's most influential women several times. Bishop Cotton Girl's High School and Mount Carmel College were where she finished her education and PUC. Her activities and achievements, which are guided by the principle of cheap creativity, have earned her various accolades, including the Ohmer Gold Medal.
NR Narayana Murthy
NR Narayana Murthy, known as the "Father of the Indian IT Sector," may have set the groundwork for Bangalore's status as an IT centre! The entrepreneur, who is best known as the co-founder of Infosys, has received the Padma Vibhushan and Padma Shri for his contributions to the industry. He's even been recognised by the governments of France and the United Kingdom for his outstanding achievements! His strong ideals and life lessons continue to inspire people all around the world, and he is regarded as humble and disciplined.
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