Meghnad Desai, eminent Indian-born economist and author, dies at 85
INDIA, JUL 29 – Lord Meghnad Desai authored over 20 books and shaped economic thought while fostering India-UK relations, earning the Padma Bhushan in 2008, officials said.
- Lord Meghnad Desai, a distinguished economist and author, passed away at the age of 85, prompting condolences from global leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- PM Modi expressed grief over Desai's death, highlighting his contributions to economic thought and India-UK relations.
- Lord Desai was honored for his support of the enduring friendship between India and the UK, and his legacy includes the installation of a statue of Mahatma Gandhi in London.
- He served as the first Indian-origin peer in the UK House of Lords.
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Renowned economist Meghnad Desai passes away at 85; PM Modi condoles his demise - The Tribune
Distinguished Indian-origin economist, author, and member of the UK House of Lords, Lord Meghnad Desai, passed away at the age of 85 on Tuesday, prompting an outpouring of condolences from across the world, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron.
Iconic Economist Lord Meghnad Desai Passes Away at 85
Iconic Economist Lord Meghnad Desai Passes Away at 85 Lord Meghnad Desai, the esteemed British Indian economist and House of Lords peer, has died at the age of 85. Sources close to the family in London reported that he passed away in a hospital in Gurugram following a health setback. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led worldwide tributes to this prolific figure known for promoting India-UK relations.Prime Minister Modi expressed his sorrow on socia…
Renowned economist, House of Lords peer Meghnad Desai dies
London: Lord Meghnad Desai, renowned British Indian economist and House of Lords peer, died on Tuesday at the age of 85. He is believed to have passed away in a hospital in Gurugram following a health issue, sources close to the family in London indicated. Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes to the Gujarat-born parliamentarian and thinker, who played a prominent role in deepening India-UK relations. “Anguished by the passing away of Shri M…
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