End of an era

This is with reference to “Humble person, great brand” (Business Line, August 19.) Mr N. R. Narayana Murthy's retirement from Infosys marks the end of an era. He built the company based on trust and values which must be noted by all. This was the essence of his success. He led by personal example, which is the hallmark of all great leaders. He always reiterated that employees were his greatest assets that took Infosys to its present heights.

The employees were encouraged to go beyond what they thought was impossible. He is one of the icons who changed the face of India in the eyes of the Americans at the Silicon Valley. He advocated that India can be taken to great heights only by creating wealth. Mr Murthy's talent and leadership abilities must be utilised by the Government, which is now grouping in the dark.

A. E. Charles

Coimbatore

Whose control?

In the thought-provoking article “Engage more with Sri Lanka” (Business Line, August 17), the author states: “The way to do that is to engage with Sri Lanka more, not less. The more you engage with the country, the more it is in your control and the opposite is just as true.” That's not true. A country or entity is only in your control if you are the only one engaging with it or the only option it has to engage with.

If other viable options exist, there is no control whatsoever. As long as China, Pakistan or any other nation are options for Sri Lanka to engage with, India cannot control Sri Lanka. This is basic logic. If you disagree, then a counter-argument can be made: Why didn't India engage with the LTTE more? After all, the more you engage with them, the more they would have been under India's control. Why impose a ban against the LTTE?

Rajah, e-mail

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