30
Dec

Sanskrit Scholar Dr. Pierre-Sylvain Filliozat passes away in Paris

He leaves behind his wife Dr. Vasundhara Kavali Filliozat, a noted Art Historian and Epigraphist and a recipient of the Kannada Rajyotsava Award, two daughters Manonmani and Bhamathi, grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
Sources said that Dr. Pierre-Sylvain Filliozat was admitted to a private hospital in the city last week and was airlifted to Paris for advanced treatment, where he passed away. Last rites are expected to take place in Paris, according to sources.