Dr. Palthadi Ramakrishna Achar
Puttur: Dr. Palthadi Ramakrishna Achar, a prominent figure in folk studies and former president of Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Akademi, breathed his last on Tuesday night. The 79-year-old scholar passed away at his daughter’s residence in Peruvaje, Sulya taluk, after his health deteriorated on Tuesday evening. Despite efforts to transport him to the city hospital, he succumbed en route.
Survived by his wife, an Assistant Professor at Moodbidri Alvas College, and his children – son Harshvardhan, daughters Kira PR and Bellare Dr. Supriya P.R., along with daughter-in-law, in-laws, and relatives, Dr. Palthadi leaves behind a legacy cherished by many.
The mortal remains of Dr. Palthadi are currently kept at Puttur City Hospital, with the funeral scheduled to take place on May 8, according to family sources.
