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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan paid tribute to the late V.K. Damodaran, a founding member of the Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad (KSSP), acknowledging his contributions to Kerala’s scientific and technological advancement. He recalled Damodaran’s involvement in early collaborations with China on small-scale power projects and his commitment to promoting scientific awareness through his work with the KSSP and its publications. Other prominent figures also attended a condolence meeting honoring Damodaran’s legacy.

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Kerala Mourns Passing of Science Visionary V.K. Damodaran

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, November 19, 2025 – Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan today lauded the legacy of V.K. Damodaran, a founding member of the Kerala Sasthra Sahithya Parishad (KSSP), during a condolence meeting held in his honor. Damodaran, who recently passed away, was remembered as a visionary scientist, author, science communicator, and environmental activist who profoundly influenced Kerala’s scientific landscape.

Chief Minister Vijayan highlighted Damodaran’s pivotal role in shaping the state’s scientific and technological advancements, particularly referencing their collaborative efforts during Vijayan’s tenure as Electricity Minister in 1996. He emphasized the high regard international scientists held for Damodaran and his contributions.

The Chief Minister also reflected on Kerala’s early partnerships with China in small-scale power projects, an initiative spearheaded by Damodaran. While acknowledging challenges in aligning work styles between the two countries, Vijayan praised Damodaran’s unwavering commitment to fostering scientific awareness.

Damodaran’s dedication to promoting scientific literacy through the KSSP, as an editor of science magazines like Sasthragathi and Sasthra Keralam, and as a guiding force behind numerous publications, was also emphasized.

The condolence meeting was attended by prominent figures including CPI State secretary Binoy Viswam, former Chief Secretary S.M. Vijayanand, Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment executive vice-president K.P. Sudheer, and KSSP president T.K. Meerabai, all recognizing the significant impact of V.K. Damodaran’s life and work.

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