Eminent Sanskrit Scholar Dr. V. Raghavan Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 20 Mar 2026

Highly respected Sanskrit scholar and academician Dr. V. Raghavan passed away peacefully due to natural age-related causes in Chennai at the age of 89. He dedicated his entire life to the rigorous study, translation, and global promotion of ancient Vedic literature.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He was a recipient of the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award.
  • He formerly served as the head of the Sanskrit department at Madras University.
  • His translations of the Upanishads are studied extensively worldwide.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Dr. V. Raghavan.
  • Field: Academic Scholar.
  • Language: Sanskrit.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Dr. V. Raghavan, who passed away recently, was a highly respected scholar primarily associated with which classical language?

Correct Answer: Sanskrit

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About Sanskrit

  • Status - Classical Language of India
  • Language Family - Indo-Aryan