Invaluable Contribution: PM Modi condoles demises of Padma Bhushan awardee Professor Ved Prakash Nanda

January 2, 2024

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, condoled the demise of Padma Bhushan Awardee Ved Prakash Nanda.

Nanda, an Indian-American academic, was serving as a John Evans Distinguished University Professor at the University of Denver, Colorado in the US. He was also accorded the Padma Bhushan award in 2018 for his contribution in the field of literature and education.

In a post on X, PM Modi said “Deeply saddened by the passing away of Professor Ved Prakash Nanda Ji, a distinguished academic whose contributions to the legal field are invaluable. His work highlights his strong commitment to legal education. He was also a prominent member of the Indian diaspora in USA and was passionate about strong India-USA relations. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti.”