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The quote says that reading is essential for developing as a writer. It suggests that the more someone reads, the more they learn about how writing works. In other words, reading builds the skills and understanding needed to write well.
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Originally said in English.
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About Sudha Murty
Indian educator, author and philanthropist
Sudha Murty is an Indian educator, author, and philanthropist. She is the founder-chairperson of the Infosys Foundation, a charitable non-profit, and has been active in public life through social work and education. She was awarded the Padma Shri in 2006 for social work and the Padma Bhushan in 2023. On 8 March 2024, she was nominated as a Member of Parliament to the Rajya Sabha for her contribution to social work and education. She is also known as the wife of Infosys co-founder N. R. Narayana Murthy.
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