Bill Gates Names Four Indians He Would Love to Dine With
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s leading philanthropists, has spent years working alongside some of the brightest minds globally. In a recent conversation with podcaster Raj Shamani on the podcast Figuring Out, Gates shared his deep admiration for India’s exceptional talent pool.
When asked to name three Indians, past or present, whom he would love to invite for dinner, he found the decision so difficult that he ultimately named four individuals who left a lasting impression on him.
Narendra Modi
At the top of his list was India’s current Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.
- Gates spoke highly of his interactions with Modi, highlighting their discussions about India’s vision for the future and its ambitious goals for 2047.
- He found their conversations about the nation’s long-term growth and its role in global progress to be deeply inspiring.
Ratan Tata
Gates also expressed great admiration for Ratan Tata, the renowned industrialist and philanthropist.
- Having had the opportunity to work closely with Tata, Gates acknowledged his immense contributions to business and social causes.
- He recognized Tata’s role in shaping India’s progress and saw him as an influential force in innovation and philanthropy.
Maharaj Kishan Bhan
Another individual Gates would have loved to share a meal with was Maharaj Kishan Bhan, the distinguished scientist and founder of India’s Department of Biotechnology.
- Gates described meeting Bhan as a remarkable experience, praising his groundbreaking contributions to the field of biotechnology in India.
Srinivasa Ramanujan
Perhaps the most intriguing name on Gates’ list was Srinivasa Ramanujan, the legendary mathematician.
- Gates spoke in awe of Ramanujan’s almost “mysterious” genius, marveling at how he achieved extraordinary mathematical feats despite his brief life and limited formal training.
During the podcast, Gates reflected on India’s rapidly growing entrepreneurial ecosystem, sharing his excitement about meeting entrepreneurs across various sectors, including those leveraging artificial intelligence in healthcare.
- He acknowledged the remarkable blend of for-profit and non-profit ventures driving India’s innovation boom.
While Gates has had the privilege of meeting many extraordinary people in India, he admitted that selecting just a few for a hypothetical dinner was a challenging task. “There are so many incredible talents,” he said, emphasizing India’s wealth of inspiring individuals across different fields.
