New Delhi, Infosys founder Narayan Murthy's wife and social worker Sudha Murthy has been nominated for Rajya Sabha. After this announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him and wished him a successful parliamentary tenure.

PM Modi congratulated Sudha Murthy by posting on social media platform X. He wrote, 'I am happy that the President of India has nominated Smt. Sudha Murthy to the Rajya Sabha. Sudhaji's contribution in diverse fields including social work, philanthropy and education has been incomparable and inspiring. Her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testimony of our ‘Nari Shakti’, an example of the strength and potential of women in shaping the destiny of our country. I wish him a successful parliamentary tenure.

The 73-year-old's nomination coincides with International Women's Day. He was awarded the Padma Shri award in 2006 and the Padma Bhushan award in 2023.

Let us tell you that the President nominates 12 members in the Upper House of Parliament for their outstanding contribution in art, literature, science and social services.