BANGALORE:

“Success is about pursuing a vision with a sense of purpose and a spirit of challenge. I also believe that success is about doing things in a differentiated way. Biocon’s byline is the difference lies in our DNA.” So said Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw as she received the Citizen Extraordinaire Award 2011 on Friday.

Governor H R Bhardwaj, who presented the award, said it is recognition of her efforts in advancing the biotechnology sector.

The award, instituted by the Prestige Group, in association with the Rotary Bangalore Midtown, is to honour citizens of Bangalore who have contributed to society and made a difference. Irfan Razack, the group’s CMD, said Kiran’s vision has helped establish Bangalore as a biotechnology hub in the world. “She is a source of inspiration for millions of women across India,” he said.

source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / TNN / May 07th, 2011