Padma Shri Dr. D.Y. Patil’s contributions remembered after his demise

Dr. D.Y. Patil, a distinguished educationist and former governor of three Indian states, died on Tuesday at the age of 85. His pioneering work in establishing institutions of higher learning and healthcare facilities earned him the Padma Shri honour.

Political figures from the centre and the states paid tribute. Piyush Goyal lauded Patil’s “unmatched dedication to the fields of education and health.” Devendra Fadnavis referred to him as a “forward‑thinking personality” whose loss will be deeply felt.

Rahul Gandhi, K.C. Venugopal and Samrat Chaudhary each conveyed their heartfelt condolences, emphasizing Patil’s role in shaping academic standards and social welfare across the country.