Modi grief over the demise of renowned aerospace scientist and Padma Vibhushan awardee Roddam Narasimha.

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed grief over the demise of renowned aerospace scientist and Padma Vibhushan awardee Roddam Narasimha.

                                                       

'Shri Roddam Narasimha personified the best of India's tradition of knowledge and enquiry. He was an outstanding scientist, passionate about leveraging the power of science and innovation for India’s progress. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti,' the Prime Minister said in a tweet.

Prof Roddam Narasimha died at a private hospital in Bengaluru on Monday night.