Azim Premji
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Azim Premji
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As an industrialist
He has not just made Wipro India's third-largest software exporter, but is also one of the country's foremost philanthropists, having given away over Rs.23,000 crore worth of shares to a trust. His son Rishad may join the company's board next year.
He has been a champion for education through the Azim Premji Foundation, which runs the Azim Premji University and the Institute of Assessment and Accreditation to improve educational standards.
Wife: His wife Yasmeen Premji designed the Azim Premji Foundation building in Bengaluru. It has no air conditioning but still remains cool.
