Tamil language veteran Solomon Papayya passes away, VP expresses condolences

New Delhi, September 12 – Vice President C P Radhakrishnan used the X platform on Saturday to convey his grief at the demise of distinguished Tamil intellectual Solomon Papayya. He praised the scholar’s mastery of language, quick wit and the profound knowledge that enriched the country’s cultural inheritance.

According to the Vice President, Papayya’s articulate delivery on the timeless Tamil forum Pattimandram brought the splendor of Tamil literature to the masses and inspired generations. Radhakrishnan extended his deepest condolences to the scholar’s family, supporters and the entire Tamil community, assuring that Papayya’s lifelong service to Tamil language, literature and culture will be eternally remembered.