Unknown Facts about SM Krishna
Early Career in the U.S.
Before his political career in India, Krishna worked as a messenger for the Association of American Manufacturers in Washington, D.C.,
Connection with John F. Kennedy
During his time in the U.S., Krishna campaigned for John F. Kennedy and received a personal thank-you letter from the future President
First Chief Minister to Use Email
Krishna was the first Chief Minister in India to use email for official purposes, showcasing his adaptability to the digital age
Passion for Tennis
He was an avid tennis player and a regular at the Wimbledon Championships
E-governance Initiatives
Krishna implemented several tech-driven social and economic initiatives, including the initiation of e-governance in Karnataka
Iconic Speech
In 1999, he made an iconic speech stating, "Computers and IT are my two key weapons to turn Karnataka into a modern state"
Fulbright Scholar
Krishna was a Fulbright Scholar at Southern Methodist University in Dallas and George Washington University in Washington, D.C
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