Vishnunarayanan Namboothiri Dies at 81: PM Narendra Modi Expresses Anguish Over Malayalam Poet's Demise, Says 'His Contributions Will Always Be Remembered'
Namboothiri died in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram at the age of 81. He was among the widely acclaimed poets of contemporary Malayalam literature and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2014.
New Delhi, February 25: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed anguish over the demise of Malayalam poet Vishnunarayanan Namboothiri and said his pioneering contribution to the world of culture and literature will be remembered.
Namboothiri died in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram at the age of 81. He was among the widely acclaimed poets of contemporary Malayalam literature and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2014.
"Anguished by the demise of Sri Vishnu Narayanan Namboothiri. His pioneering contribution to the world of culture and literature will be remembered. His widely read works reflect compassion and sensitivity. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti," Modi tweeted. India Toy Fair 2021: PM Narendra Modi to Virtually Inaugurate Fair on February 27.
Born in Thiruvalla in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district, Namboothiri's works are known for their blend of tradition and modernity.
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