TRIBUTE PAID TO TAMIL SCHOLAR SIVA THAMBY

           TRIBUTE PAID TO TAMIL SCHOLAR SIVA THAMBY

   Karthgesu Sivathampy, renowned Tamil Scholar from Sri Lanka, passed away at his home in Colombo on
Wednesday 6th July,2011 at the age of 79. He is survived by his wife Ruba wathy and three daughters. An Emeritus Professor of Tamil in the University of Jaffna.he is know as an outstanding Tamil scholar, specialising in the social and Literary history of Tamils, culture and communication among Tamils. He has authored about 70 books and 200 research papers in Tamil and English.
 Tamil Nadu former chief Minister M Karunanidhi have offered their condolences. In a statement Mr Karunanidhi said Mr Sivathamby's death was an irreparable loss.

                                                 Prof. JohnKurakar