Padma Shri awardee eminent oncologist M Krishnan Nair passes away at 81
Eminent oncologist and Padma Shri awardee Dr. M Krishnan Nair, the founding director of the famed Regional Cancer Centre, died in Thiruvananthapuram following age-related ailments on October 29, Thursday. He was 81 and breathed his last at his home in the city.
He was known for setting up one of the largest comprehensive cancer centres in the country. In 2001 the Government of India awarded Dr. Nair with Padma Shri (the fourth highest civilian award) for his contributions in the cancer care field.
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