MS Swaminathan, Father Of India’s Green Revolution, Dies at 98

The Fact News Service

Chennai, September 28

Renowned agricultural scientist and the “Father of India’s Green Revolution”, MS Swaminathan, died this morning in Chennai at the age of 98. Dr Swaminathan’s groundbreaking contributions to agriculture revolutionised food security in India and earned him global recognition.

Survived by his three daughters, Soumya Swaminathan, Madhura Swaminathan, and Nitya Swaminathan, his legacy is marked by a lifelong dedication to sustainable agriculture.

Dr Swaminathan’s journey as a plant geneticist paved the way for the Green Revolution, a transformational era in Indian agriculture. His advocacy for sustainable farming practices made him a world leader in the field of sustainable food security.

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