CCMB scientist K Thangaraj receives Padma Shri from Droupadi Murmu
K Thangaraj, a leading scientist at Hyderabad's CCMB, just received the Padma Shri from President Droupadi Murmu.
The award, given at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, celebrates his three decades of work decoding India's genetic history and advancing healthcare.
Thangaraj leads Genome India, traces migrations
Thangaraj's studies have helped trace the roots and migration of communities like Sindhis, Coorgis, Ladakhis, and Nicobarese, plus he cracked mysteries like Roopkund Lake and Muziris.
He has also pushed for genetic testing to spot rare diseases in Indian populations.
As head of the Genome India initiative, his work is shaping how we understand our heritage and future health.
CCMB director Vinay K Nandicoori said, "His work has, indeed, helped the country understand its history and envision future healthcare for its people."