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June 14, 2007
New Delhi

PM condoles the death of Professor Ramachandra Gandhi

The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has condoled the demise of Professor Ramachandra Gandhi. In his message, he said:

"I was deeply sad to learn of the passing away of Professor Ramachandra Gandhi. He was a distinguished academic and a learned scholar. He was also a truly devoted teacher who was held in high regard and with great affection by his students. As a symbol of simple living and high thinking, he came to epitomize the message of his grandfather, the Father of our Nation. I convey my sincere condolences to his family, his wide circle of friends and admirers and his many students."