Talking to mediapersons after a function at Ahmedabad University, Murthy said a recent McKinsey report had brought out the huge potential in the sector.
But there was a need for a forward looking approach by the industry and for the government to straighten out policy curves.
He said corruption thrived at the cost of merit and had a spiral effect.
"It has reduced the inflow of foreign direct investment (FDI) and must be countered with positive steps, which the government is taking."