Condolences have been expressed to Dr. Soumya Swaminathan and her family on the passing of renowned agricultural scientist Dr. MS Swaminathan.
Condolences to @doctorsoumya and to the family on the passing of the legendary agricultural scientist, Dr MS Swaminathan https://t.co/8uB9BoQbPJ
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— Sarojini N (she/her) (@Saro_N2020) September 28, 2023
Legendary agricultural scientist, Dr MS Swaminathan, has passed away, leaving the nation in mourning. Dr Swaminathan’s death was announced by Sarojini N on Twitter, who extended condolences to Dr Soumya and the family. The cause of his death remains unknown at this time.
Dr Mankombu Sambasivan Swaminathan, fondly known as the “Father of the Green Revolution in India,” was born on August 7, 1925, in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu. He dedicated his life to revolutionizing agriculture in India and was a pioneer in the field of agricultural science.
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Dr Swaminathan completed his education at the prestigious Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi. He then pursued his Ph.D. in genetics and plant breeding at the University of Cambridge. His passion for agriculture and his desire to improve the lives of farmers in India led him to focus on developing high-yielding varieties of wheat.
His groundbreaking work and research on plant genetics played a pivotal role in the Green Revolution, which transformed India from a food-deficient country to one of the world’s largest producers of wheat and rice. Dr Swaminathan’s efforts significantly increased agricultural productivity and helped alleviate hunger and poverty in India.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr Swaminathan held distinguished positions and received numerous accolades for his contributions to agriculture. He served as the Director-General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and as the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation in the Indian government.
Dr MS Swaminathan’s dedication and commitment to improving agriculture in India earned him several prestigious awards, including the Padma Shri, the Padma Bhushan, and the Padma Vibhushan, which are among the highest civilian honors in the country.
As news of his passing spreads, tributes and condolences pour in from all corners of the nation. The agricultural community, scientists, and farmers alike mourn the loss of this visionary scientist who dedicated his life to transforming India’s agricultural landscape.
While the cause of Dr Swaminathan’s death remains unknown, his legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched and the lasting impact he made on Indian agriculture. His contributions to the field will continue to inspire and guide generations to come..
Condolences to @doctorsoumya and to the family on the passing of the legendary agricultural scientist, Dr MS Swaminathan https://t.co/8uB9BoQbPJ
— Sarojini N (she/her) (@Saro_N2020) September 28, 2023
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