Eminent Environmentalist Dr. Sunita Menon Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 26 Mar 2026

Highly respected environmental scientist and Padma Shri awardee Dr. Sunita Menon passed away peacefully at the age of 78 in Bengaluru. She dedicated her life to extensive research on Western Ghats biodiversity and climate change mitigation strategies.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • She was an integral part of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
  • Her research directly influenced the National Action Plan on Climate Change.
  • She established the Centre for Ecological Studies in Kerala.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Dr. Sunita Menon.
  • Field: Environment.
  • Award: Padma Shri.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Dr. Sunita Menon, who passed away recently and was honored with the Padma Shri, was an eminent personality in which specific field?

Correct Answer: Environmental Science

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About Western Ghats

  • Status - UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Significance - Global Biodiversity Hotspot