'Inclusive growth possible if more people turn entrepreneurs'

Hyderabad, Aug 9 (UNI) Infosys Technologies Ltd. Chairman and Chief Mentor N R Narayana Murthy today said more and more people should become entrepreneurs and create greater opportunities so that the vast majority of the people in the country India can benefit from the growth and wealth.

Addressing the the student fraternity and extended community at the ISB on how to build and sustain institutions, he said, ''Entrepreneurs today have a responsibility. There is a need to percolate the benefits of all the growth and wealth we are seeing to the vast majority of India. As entrepreneurs, we need to be able to make a difference and impact on the 'neglected Indian'.'' ''Today's environment is full of possibilities and one that engenders confidence. It's the first time in over 300 years that something as extraordinary as this is engulfing India. It is the responsibility of the youth to make sure that this growth/recognition becomes sustainable. This inclusive growth is achievable only if more and more people become entrepreneurs and create greater opportunities,'' he said.

Underscoring the importance of Corporates in creating a social impact, he said the key to every successful corporate was generating respect among all its stakeholders -- shareholders, customers, employees, partner vendors, the government and society.

He said this would ensure that the corporates worked on the soundest principles, was driven by values and yet was profitable.

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