The current system has roots in 1958 when the East India Company transferred the dominion to the British crown, he said. He said the objective of the civil servants then was to go slow and delay implementation because the native population was to be kept under control.

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy believes in hard work over work-life balance. He said that India needs hard work from its citizens. He gave the example of PM Modi and his cabinet who work very hard.

Industry leader N R Narayana Murthy on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi can consider tapping civil servants from management schools, rather than depending on UPSC examination to improve the overall delivery of public services.

Infosys founder N.R. Narayana Murthy discusses India's historical setbacks in science and technology, emphasizing the need for innovation.

Speaking at the CNBC-TV18 Global Leadership Summit, Infosys' NR Narayana Murthy advocated for introducing more managers into government roles.

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy, speaking at the CNBC Global Leadership Summit, advocated for hard work over work-life balance, arguing that India's development necessitates a strong work ethic. He praised Prime Minister Modi's dedication and expressed concern over the shift to a five-day work week,

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy stated that while urban India is progressing rapidly, a significant portion of the population hasn't benefited from globalization. He proposed three key solutions: creating low-tech jobs,