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PM condoles demise of Sanskrit Grammarian, Prof Bhagirath Prasad Tripathi known as Vagish Shastri

Posted On: 12 MAY 2022 9:59AM by PIB Delhi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of Sanskrit Grammarian, Prof Bhagirath Prasad Tripathi known as Vagish Shastri.

In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;

"Prof Bhagirath Prasad Tripathi ‘Vagish Shastri’ made priceless contributions in making Sanskrit more popular among the youth using modern scientific methods. He was extremely knowledgeable and well-read. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti."

Prof Bhagirath Prasad Tripathi ‘Vagish Shastri’ made priceless contributions in making Sanskrit more popular among the youth using modern scientific methods. He was extremely knowledgeable and well-read. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 12, 2022

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