The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh has written to Prof CNR Rao, congratulating him on the Bharat Ratna award.

Following is the text of the Prime Minister’s letter:

“Please accept my warm congratulations for the 'Bharat Ratna' award.

In conferring this award on you, the nation has honoured an eminent scientist and a well recognized international authority on solid state and materials chemistry. We salute your work not only as a scientist but also in passionately nurturing young scientists and strengthening the science infrastructure in our country.

We look forward to your continued guidance of Indian science and scientists.

Please accept my best wishes for your sustained good health and happiness.”