Cognizant has decided to close its CSI facility. Located in the heart of the city, next to the US Consulate and overlooking the Gemini Flyover, CSI "Karunai Kudil" was where Cognizant began its operations. I have fond memories of working out of CSI - inspite of the shoebox lift, the rooftop canteen and the unbearable commute in the city traffic. Close proximity to Landmark, Khader Nawaz Khan Road, Satyam, Ispahani Centre and Spencers more than made up for the sad state of affairs in the office building. I could also meet a number of my friends who came to Chennai for their PAIs and take them to Kumarakom for lunch.
However, the highlight of our tenure in CSI was definitely the cathedral. Many an evening was spent in the sprawling church grounds, watching squirrels chase parrots. The cemetry in the sprawling church grounds made philosophers and poets out of unassuming team-mates. We would then spend a few minutes in prayer and get back to the mundane. And you wonder when work gets done. Must say there were some divine interventions!
As old leaves make way for the new ones, here's in fond memory of CSI...
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