January 04, 2002
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PRESIDENT CONDOLES THE DEATH OF PROF. SATISH DHAWAN
The President of India, Shri K..R. Narayanan, has condoled the death of Prof. Satish Dhawan, renowned space scientist and former Chairman of ISRO at Bangalore yesterday night. In a message, the President said:
"I am deeply grieved to learn of the passing away of Prof. Satish Dhawan, an outstanding Space Scientist and former Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation and Space Commission. India’s space programmes owe to a great extent, its spectacular growth and high level of maturity to the stewardship and visionary leadership of Prof. Dhawan. I have had occasion to work with Prof. Dhawan in the Ministry of Science and Technology and had always admired his brilliant acumen, vast knowledge and deep conviction in the capability and potential of science and technology for solving various national problems.
I join all citizens of the country in paying homage to this outstanding son of India who served the nation with dedication and distinction and extend my heartfelt condolences to all those who grieve his departure."