But it is believed that after being rejected due to his stammer, he started out as a journalist earning Rs 15 a month. He would later go on to become one of the greatest orators in the country. Back then, there were two Budget speeches that the nation would look forward to hearing — one was by the Union Finance Minister, and another by Palkhivala — which was nothing short of an exhaustive post-mortem of the year’s budget.

Dr William G Bowen, president of Princeton University, confers the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws on Nani Palkhivala in 1978. Pics courtesy/Tata central Archives

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To celebrate the life and achievements of “The Legend”, as he was rightly referred to by his followers, Tata Central Archives will host a week-long exhibition in Fort’s Mumbai University Convocation Hall. In collaboration with the Nani A Palkhivala Memorial, the exhibition aims to inform visitors about the impact Palkhivala has made on the coming generation of lawyers and leaders. The exhibition will also display various accolades that he received during the span of his illustrious career. 

On: June 10, 2 pm to 7 pm; June 11 to 16, 10 am to 7 pm
At: Mumbai University Convocation Hall, entry from Rajabai Tower gate, opposite Oval Maidan, Fort