Join us for an insightful conversation with Kris Gopalakrishnan, co-founder of Infosys and one of India’s foremost technology entrepreneurs. In this episode, we explore his remarkable journey — from the early days of building Infosys to his ongoing contributions to deep-tech research, innovation, and philanthropy.
Mr. Gopalakrishnan shares his thoughts on the evolution of India’s IT industry, the importance of foundational research in artificial intelligence and brain science, and why he believes the next big leap for India must be led by academia and entrepreneurship. He also reflects on his work with institutions like IIT Madras and the Centre for Brain Research at IISc, and his efforts to nurture India’s innovation ecosystem.
Whether you’re a student, a tech enthusiast, or someone interested in the future of Indian research and enterprise, this episode offers valuable perspectives on leadership, vision, and nation-building.
Resource List:
The Story of India - https://www.penguin.co.in/book/the-it-story-of-india/
Awards and accolades won by Infosys - https://www.infosys.com/about/diversity-inclusion/awards.html
Fax Machine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fax
Telex Machine - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telex
What is a satellite link? - https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/satellite-link
TIFRAC - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TIFRAC
IBM Mainframe - https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/mainframe
Itihaasa - https://itihaasa.com/History
What is a single window clearance program? - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Single-window_system
Government Budget on Research and Development - https://www.cnbctv18.com/budget/budget-2025-government-bears-the-bulk-of-indias-rd-budget-19550338.htm
Technologies Readiness Level - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technology_readiness_level
Axilor Ventures - https://www.axilor.com
