Name: Nandan Nilekani
Profile: Chairman, Unique Identification Authority of India
His toolkit: Strong analytics, Ability to step back from the problem and look at it from another person’s view, Networking, Re-evaluating priorities and focus
How does one hunker down?
(This story appears in the 19 March, 2010 issue of Forbes India. To visit our Archives, click here.)
What about the 50,000 cr wasted for this aadhar! won't you feel responsible that you have 'reset' india with this wastage of taxpayer's money!!? can someone explain how the heck india can afford thousands of acres at such a location in mysore for what is coming out? and 2 billion $ at the end of 25 years! and what is all the company is doing -- just service industry. now may i ask him, will he enjoy every fall in rupee value because the net worth of the company and future value of the projects go up?? wake up please!!
on Mar 21, 2014Enlightening article. Very useful to accomplish long term vision. Always a learning from resplendent people like Nandan Sir. Wish it could just go on.....
on Apr 25, 2010That was a really potent interview -- each line was a leraning for a young (or old) professional. Keep it up, Sir. I loved the "reset button" concept. Forbes might want publish a mirror interview with yourself! Just a suggestion :) !
on Mar 5, 2010The message of the interview lies in the ability to deconstruct, that was aptly constructed by Subroto Bagchi in his question. If we only warm up to the notion of deconstructing ourselves on a regular basis, the yearn to be in the rat-race would dissipate and one would be able to contribute to the evolution of self and betterment of the society in a much focussed manner.
on Mar 6, 2010Playing for the long haul is not all that easy especially when u are new to this world but yes i do agree that networking does play a major role provided u are that manipulative and diplomatic!!!! all in all,,, well consumed statement.
on Mar 6, 2010A very good, brief peek through a brilliant mind.. that is Mr Nandan Nilekani. Wish him all success
on Mar 10, 2010Great Article !!! Good Tips to get Success
on Mar 11, 2010A really different and interesting take on one of the most respected and successful Indian CEOs of our times.
on Mar 13, 2010Great article. We too practice this approach but when times are bad we slip into self-pity or frustration. This article helps in building up determination to carry on. Would like to quote: "The other thing is that I just do what I need to and I do not worry." :). Would like to meet Mr. Nandan Nilekani & Mr.Subroto Bagchi in person. Thank you.
on Mar 18, 2010