I Came Upon a Lighthouse by Shantanu Naidu |Sanjana Desai (hardcover)

 Book Summary:

I Came Upon a Lighthouse: A Short Memoir of Life with Ratan Tata is a heartfelt account co-authored by Shantanu Naidu and Sanjana Desai, published in January 2021. The memoir offers readers an intimate glimpse into the unique friendship between Shantanu Naidu, a millennial entrepreneur, and Ratan Tata, the esteemed octogenarian industrialist.

The narrative begins in 2014 when Shantanu Naidu, a young automobile design engineer, developed "Motopaws," a startup aimed at preventing nighttime road accidents involving stray dogs by providing them with reflective collars. Ratan Tata, known for his compassion towards animals, took notice of this initiative. Impressed by Shantanu's dedication, he not only invested in the venture but also became a mentor and close friend. The memoir chronicles their shared experiences, highlighting their mutual empathy for stray animals and offering insights into Ratan Tata's personal life beyond his public persona. 

About the Authors:

• Shantanu Naidu: An alumnus of Cornell University, Shantanu Naidu has been actively involved in animal welfare initiatives. Beyond his role in Motopaws, he has founded "On Your Sparks," an online entrepreneurship course, and the "Cyber Aid Army," an organization dedicated to assisting victims of cybercrime. 

• Sanjana Desai: An illustrator, Sanjana Desai's artwork brings the memoir to life, providing visual depth to the narrative and enriching the readers' experience.