Retirement Isn’t Silence—It’s a Louder Stage
India often expects elders to slow after 60. But N. R. Narayana Murthy, now in his mid-70s, is proving the opposite. He continues to impact education, innovation, and mentorship, showing that the second act of life can be richer than the first.
From Humble Beginnings to Giant Vision
Born on 20 August 1946 in Karnataka, Murthy studied engineering at the National Institute of Engineering, Mysore, and later at IIT Kanpur. In 1981, with just ₹10,000 and a small group, he co-founded Infosys, aiming to build an ethical, innovative software company. Over the decades, Infosys catapulted India into the global IT era.
Continued Leadership & Recent Contributions
Even now, Murthy remains active:
- He has launched a 20-year inflation-adjusted full scholarship at IIM Ahmedabad to cover tuition, hostel, materials, and mess charges. This ensures that deserving students can pursue management education without financial burden.
- He has embraced new technologies—Murthy has publicly said he uses ChatGPT to draft speeches and lectures, cutting his prep time from 25-30 hours to around 5 hours.
- He speaks frequently on science, innovation, ethics, and societal responsibility, urging young Indians to build genuine innovation (not hype), and work with integrity.
Why His Story Matters in India
- Relevance, not retirement: Murthy continues to mentor, lead, and build impact long after founding his company.
- Adaptation: Embracing new tools (like AI) shows that seniors can adapt and stay productive.
- Service and legacy: He doesn’t just rest on past achievements—his work continues to ensure that new generations have opportunity.
For Indian elders and icons: this is a roadmap for ageing with purpose, not settling with rest.
Lessons for Cherishing Life
- Keep pushing limits—not physically, maybe mentally or in what you create.
- Stay open to new tools and learning (technology, new platforms).
- Think of impact over comfort—contribute, mentor, guide.
- Value reputation tied to values, not age.
Seniors Ki Saathi: A Community for Purposeful Ageing
Murthy’s life echoes the vision of Seniors Ki Saathi (SKS), founded by the Founder of All About Seniors (2014): a platform where Indian seniors aged 55+ find tools for:
- Vibrant ageing and holistic health
- Media literacy and scam awareness for seniors
- Legacy building and creative contribution
- Safety for seniors and emotional wellbeing
👉 If you feel life is slowing, if your spark feels faded—call 91-997-111-6406. You’re not past your purpose.
