Mrs. Sudha Murty, a beloved philanthropist and advocate for simple living, has unexpectedly found herself the subject of social media trolling following her appointment as an Upper House parliamentarian in India.
Despite her renowned charitable work and contributions to literature, memes and mocking comments began circulating online upon her swearing-in ceremony on March 8th.
The 73-year-old Mrs. Murty, wife of billionaire tech mogul N.R. Narayana Murthy and mother-in-law to British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, was nominated to the Rajya Sabha for her philanthropy and literary accomplishments.
Sudha Murty, Wife of Tech Mogul (Credits: Times of India)
While her nomination was met with praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, social media trolls seized the opportunity to create disparaging content.
In response to the trolling, various memes and comments targeting Mrs. Murty’s modest lifestyle and philanthropic endeavors surfaced online.
Some individuals sarcastically remarked on her simplicity, while others questioned her qualifications for the role of parliamentarian. Despite the negativity, Mrs. Murty has remained steadfast in her commitment to social service and literature.
The Parliament (Credits: CNN)
Mrs. Murty’s journey from an engineer to a renowned philanthropist and author is a testament to her resilience and dedication to making a positive impact on society.
Born into a conservative family in Karnataka, she overcame gender barriers to pursue engineering, eventually becoming the first female engineer at the Tata Engineering and Locomotive Company.
Throughout her life, Mrs. Murty has championed the values of simplicity, education, and philanthropy. Despite facing criticism and trolling, she has continued to advocate for these principles, inspiring countless individuals with her actions and words.
As Mrs. Murty embarks on this new chapter as a parliamentarian, she remains committed to her mission of serving society and creating a better world for future generations.
Despite the challenges and negativity she may encounter along the way, her resilience and unwavering dedication to her values will undoubtedly continue to inspire admiration and respect from all who know her.
