A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Former President
"EMRI is in touch with all sorts of citizens...for feedback on improving emergency responses in the PPP framework."
Venkat Changavalli, EMRI CEO
Resigned from EMRI but was part of Satyam’s reconstituted board. Refused to comment on EMRI or his role.
Kiran Karnik, Ex-NASSCOM chief
"Whoever drafted the proceedings is flippant or foolish. Building a hospital would be clear conflict of interest."
Jayaprakash Narayan, Loksatta founder
Tarun Das did not respond to queries; Krishna Palepu (right) said he "didn’t recall the discussion".
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- Be in touch with Opposition leaders in each state and keep them in good humour.
- Be careful of competitors and their criticism and check factors to neutralise.
- Carefully monitor local media and statements made by politicians.
- Finalise plans to set up an emergency hospital at EMRI as a model.
Outlook
Li’l humour: Extracts from the minutes of the Oct 20, 2008, EMRI board meeting chaired by ex-prez Abdul Kalam
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