Infosys founder Narayana Murthy’s mantra for Indian entrepreneurs to solve problems

Indian entrepreneurs have to move away from being reactive problem solvers to proactive problem solvers as there are so many problems around, Infosys founder N R Narayana Murthy said. The renowned IT industrialist also highlighted areas of opportunities in sectors such as healthcare for entrepreneurs to build unique solutions.

“India is home to largest non-communicable diseases. We (Indians) consume salt like there’s no tomorrow. So if our entrepreneurs can think of mitigating the impact of salt (on our health) by working with researchers in institutes such as IITs etc., it is one area where India will benefit,” Murthy said at the IVCA Conclave – the private equity and venture capital industry summit.

Giving examples of diseases such as dengue and chikungunya among unique Indian health problems, Murthy also stressed on solving the challenge around lack of potable water, rising pollution level etc., instead of looking for ideas outside India.