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Nandan Nilekani met his wife Rohini at a quiz competition at Elphinstone College, where he was representing IIT Bombay.
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Nandan describes himself as “boring” while Rohini is spontaneous, emotional, and “mercurial.”
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Rohini is a leading environmental philanthropist, donating Rs 170 crore towards ecosystem development, and the couple has pledged to donate 50% of their wealth.
Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani has shared a delightful story of how he met his wife, Rohini, at a quiz competition during his IIT Bombay days. In a recent podcast, Nilekani recounted how his team won the competition, but more importantly, he won Rohini’s heart.
Nandan and Rohini Nilekani make a remarkable couple, with contrasting personalities that complement each other. While Nandan describes himself as “boring,” Rohini is known for her spontaneity, emotional depth, and philanthropic spirit. As one of India’s largest environmental philanthropists, Rohini has donated significantly towards ecosystem development, ranking 10th on Hurun’s top Philanthropist List in 2023.
The Nilekanis are also part of the Giving Pledge, a global initiative where they’ve committed to donating 50% of their wealth. They believe that wealth comes with immense responsibility and should be used for the larger public interest. Through their philanthropic efforts, the couple aims to make a meaningful difference in society.
Their love story, which began at a quiz competition, serves as a testament to the power of chance encounters and the importance of finding a partner who shares your values and passions.
