Noted writer and academician Prof. Panmana Ramachandran Nair, considered to be a beacon of Malayalam language, passed away tonight at his residence here following old age related illness. He was 86.
Nair was in poor health for the past few days, his family members said.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and state Minister for Culture A K Balan condoled the death of Nair.
Nair, also a critic, translator and scholar, taught at seven colleges during his 27-year long teaching career before retiring as head of the department of Malayalam at the University College here in 1987.
He had served in the committees of the Kerala Sahitya Academy, Kerala Kalamandalam and Sahitya Pravarthaka Sahakarana Sangham.
Nair has authored 20 books, including five books on the correct usage of Malayalam language.
He was also the recipient of Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to language and literature instituted by the Kerala Sahitya Academy.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app