Tamil scholar D. Gnanasundaram, known for his work on the Kamba Ramayanam, passes away
PM Narendra Modi condoled the death of Tamil scholar D. Gnanasundaram on 26 January 2026, recalling his exceptional understanding of the Kamba Ramayanam and their interaction at the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tiruchirappalli, in January 2024.
Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief at the passing of Thiru D. Gnanasundaram, saying his contributions to Tamil culture and literature will always be remembered and that his writings enriched society's cultural consciousness. The PM recalled meeting him during his visit to the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Tiruchirappalli in January 2024 and described his understanding of the Kamba Ramayanam as exceptional.
Key facts
- Person
- D. Gnanasundaram
- Field
- Tamil culture and literature
- Known for
- Understanding of the Kamba Ramayanam
- PM's tribute
- 26 January 2026
- Recalled meeting
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tiruchirappalli, January 2024
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Tamil scholar D. Gnanasundaram, who died in January 2026, was praised by the Prime Minister for his exceptional understanding of which work?
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Correct answer: A — Kamba Ramayanam
PIB (PMO): the PM said Gnanasundaram's understanding of the Kamba Ramayanam was exceptional.
The Prime Minister recalled meeting D. Gnanasundaram in January 2024 at which temple?
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Correct answer: B — Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tiruchirappalli
PIB (PMO): the PM recalled interacting with him during his visit to Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Tiruchirappalli, in January 2024.