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14-05-2025
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Suicide or murder? Mystery surrounds death of Dr Subbanna Ayyappan, scientist behind India's Blue Revolution
Padma Shri awardee and renowned fisheries scientist Dr Subbanna Ayyappan was found dead in the Cauvery River in Karnataka's Mandya district on May 10, just three days after he was reported missing by family. He did not know how to swim. Ayyappan was a key figure behind India's Blue Revolution, which dramatically boosted fish production across the coastal and inland regions read more Dr Subbanna Ayyappan was a pioneering fisheries scientist and the driving force behind India's Blue Revolution. He was awarded with Padma Shri in 2022. He was now been found dead under mysterious circumstances. Image courtesy: X/@rashtrapatibhvn Padma Shri awardee and renowned fisheries scientist Dr Subbanna Ayyappan, who had been reported missing for the past few days, was found dead on May 10. His decomposed body was discovered in the Cauvery River near Sai Ashram in Srirangapatna, Mandya district of Karnataka. While initial findings point towards a suspected suicide, with reports suggesting that Ayyappan may have jumped into the river, the police have stated that the exact cause of death remains uncertain, ANI reported. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The unexpected and mysterious demise of the 69-year-old scientist, who once spearheaded India's Blue Revolution, has left many in shock and searching for answers. Here's a look at what is known so far. Who was Dr Subbanna Ayyappan? -Dr Subbanna Ayyappan was a pioneering fisheries scientist and the driving force behind India's Blue Revolution, a movement that significantly boosted the country's fish production. -His scientific work in aquaculture not only transformed the fish farming practices but also improved food security and rural livelihoods across both coastal and inland regions. -In 2022, he was honoured with the Padma Shri—India's fourth-highest civilian award—for his contributions to Science and Engineering. 'Dr Ayyappan made exemplary research contributions in the areas of aquaculture and aquatic microbiology,' said then President Ram Nath Kovind in a post on X. President Kovind presents Padma Shri to Dr Subbanna Ayyappan for Science and Engineering. Dr Ayyappan made exemplary research contributions in the areas of aquaculture and aquatic microbiology. — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 21, 2022 -Throughout his decades-long career, Ayyappan held several prominent positions, including as the Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). His appointment was historic as he became the first fisheries expert to head the institution, which had traditionally been led by crop scientists. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD -He also served as the director of the Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) in Bhubaneswar and the Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE) in Mumbai. He was also the founding CEO of the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) in Hyderabad and Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education. Throughout his decades-long career, Ayyappan held several prominent positions, including as the Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). At the time of his passing, he was serving as chairperson of the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). File image/ ANI -He was also contributing to academic institutions. He was appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Central Agricultural University (CAU) in Imphal, and at the time of his passing, he was serving as chairperson of the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). - Born on December 10, 1955, in Yalandur, located in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district, Ayyappan had a distinguished academic path. He earned his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Fisheries Science from Mangaluru and later completed his PhD from the University of Agricultural Sciences in Bengaluru. Was 'institutional vendetta' behind Ayyappan's death? Subbanna Ayyappan had been missing since May 7. He lived with his wife in Visvesvaraya Nagar, Mysuru, and was last seen leaving their flat on Akkamahadevi Road on a two-wheeler. When he failed to return home, his family filed a missing person's report at the Vidyaranyapuram Police Station. A few days later, the police were alerted by a local resident who spotted a body floating in the Cauvery River near Srirangapatna. When officers reached the location, they confirmed it was Ayyappan. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Subbanna Ayyappan had been missing since May 7. Three days later, his body was floating in the Cauvery River near Srirangapatna. His mysterious and sudden passing of the scientist has raised several eyebrows. File image/ PTI According to police, the body was in a decomposed state and did not show any external injuries. 'The body was in a decomposed state when it was retrieved from the water. It did not bear any injuries. He had left the mobile phone at home. Suicide cannot be ruled out,' a police official told The Hindu. He also reportedly did not know how to swim. Further, there was no CCTV footage available, as the area was remote. 'The pond is approximately 100 metres long, and the motorcycle was found parked nearby,' Superintendent of Police (SP) Mallikarjun Bala Dandi told India Today. Ayyappan reportedly visited the area frequently, including nearby temples like Nimishamba and Ranganathaswamy. The mysterious and sudden passing of the reputed scientist has raised several eyebrows. Venugopal Badaravada, a former governing body member of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), has claimed that the incident could be tied to 'deep-rooted corruption, irregular appointments, and abuse of power within ICAR, ASRB (Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board), and affiliated institutions.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Shockingly, Badaravada alleged that Ayyappan might have been a victim of 'institutional vendetta or administrative collapse.' He also revealed that he himself was removed from the ICAR governing body just two days before Ayyappan went missing, on May 5, and called the move 'unlawful' and lacking proper inquiry, reports Business Standard. He has demanded a court-monitored CBI probe into Ayyappan's death. In letters addressed to PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, Badaravada wrote, 'The conditions surrounding his untimely death are deeply troubling. His scooter was found abandoned, and the cause of his death remains unclear. These circumstances demand a court-monitored CBI investigation.' Ayyappan's body was handed over to his family after a post-mortem was conducted at KR Hospital in Mysuru. His final rites were conducted with full state honours at the base of Chamundi Hills. He is survived by his wife and two daughters Tributes pour in from scientific communities Messages of condolence have been pouring in from across the country, especially from the agricultural and scientific sectors. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD NABL-QCI, where Ayyappan last served as Chairman, said, 'We are deeply saddened to note the sudden demise of Padma Shri Subbanna Ayyappan… May his legacy continue to inspire and guide us.' The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) also paid tribute, saying, 'With deep sorrow, the ICAR family mourns the sad demise of Subbanna Ayyappan, former Secretary (DARE) and Director General, ICAR. May his soul rest in eternal peace!' The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) remembered him on X, writing, 'Deeply saddened by the passing of Padma Shri Subbanna Ayyappan… A true visionary in Indian fisheries and agricultural research, his pioneering work revolutionised the sector, uplifting countless farmers and fisherfolk.' With input from agencies
India Today
14-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
13 May 2025: 3 Lashkar-e-Taiba Terrorists Killed, Tragedy in Amritsar, India Hits Back at US Tariffs
India Today Podcasts Desk UPDATED: May 13, 2025 19:31 IST In today's News at 7, three Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists are killed in a Shopian encounter, India's Operation Sindoor cripples Pakistani airbases, and emergency airstrips are activated across highways. Meanwhile, 14 die from spurious liquor in Amritsar, fisheries scientist Subbanna Ayyappan is found dead in Karnataka, and India hits back at US tariffs under Donald Trump's second term. Produced by Prateek Lidhoo Sound mix by Rohan Bharti
India Today
13-05-2025
- Science
- India Today
Cop says Padma Shri scientist couldn't swim: Suicide, accident or foul play?
The sudden and mysterious death of renowned scientist and Padma Shri awardee Dr Subbanna Ayyappan, has left many unanswered questions. Dr Ayyappan's body was discovered in the Cauvery River near Sai Ashram in Srirangapatna, Mandya district, Karnataka, on May 10, just three days after his family reported him missing. While the cause of his death remains unclear, a key detail has emerged from the investigation: Dr Ayyappan could not swim, adding an unsettling element to the of Police (SP) Mallikarjun Bala Dandi, who is leading the investigation, said an inspector has been deployed for a detailed inquiry. 'It has been said that he did not know how to swim, but further evidence is needed to confirm any conclusions,' said SP Dandi. Was it a tragic accident, a suicide, or something more suspicious? The answer is still Ayyappan, celebrated as a pioneer of India's Blue Revolution, was last seen leaving his Visvesvaraya Nagar residence in Mysuru on a two-wheeler on May 7. When he did not return, his family filed a missing person complaint at Vidyaranyapuram Police Station. It was only after a decomposed body was spotted near the riverbank that police identified him and confirmed his to preliminary findings, the body was found near the riverbank with a motorcycle and a pair of chappals close by. 'There are no external injuries observed so far. We have not received the post-mortem report yet,' SP Dandi said. 'The deceased had left his mobile phone at home. It is still unclear whether this was a case of suicide or an accident.'advertisementHe added that there was no CCTV footage available, as the area was remote. 'The pond is approximately 100 metres long, and the motorcycle was found parked nearby,' he stated. Dr Ayyappan reportedly visited the area regularly, including nearby temples like Nimishamba and a post-mortem at KR Hospital, the body was handed over to the family, and final rites were conducted with state honours at the foot of Chamundi Hills. A renowned figure in Indian aquaculture, Dr Ayyappan is hailed as one of the architects of India's 'Blue Revolution'. His scientific work in fish farming transformed the aquaculture landscape across both coastal and inland regions, enhancing productivity and improving food on 10 December 1955 in Yelandur, Chamarajanagar district, he completed his BFSc and MFSc from Mangaluru before earning a PhD from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru. Over his decades-long career, he held many top posts, including director of the Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture in Bhubaneswar and the Central Institute of Fisheries Education in Mumbai. He also served as Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education and Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), becoming the first fisheries scientist to head the Ayyappan also held positions such as Vice-Chancellor of Central Agricultural University, Imphal, and chairman of the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022 for his contributions to Indian is survived by his wife and two daughters. Tributes poured in from across the scientific community, with institutions such as ICAR, the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, and NABL expressing their grief and recognising his lasting impact on Indian agricultural and fisheries even as accolades pour in, the exact circumstances of Dr Ayyappan's death remain unresolved. The police have registered a case and say further updates will be provided once the investigating officer completes the inquiry. Until then, mystery continues to surround the sudden loss of one of India's most respected scientific minds. IN THIS STORY#Karnataka
India Today
13-05-2025
- Science
- India Today
Mystery over death of Subbanna Ayyappan, who spearheaded India's Blue Revolution
Padma Shri awardee and fisheries scientist Subbanna Ayyappan, who had been missing for a few days, was found dead on May 10. This was in Srirangapatna taluk of Karnataka's Mandya district. Preliminary reports suggest that Ayyappan might have jumped into the Cauvery river and killed himself and police officials have stated that the exact cause of death remains unclear and will be confirmed only after a full investigation, reports ANI. The mystery surrounding the 69-year-old's death is widely credited for having spearheaded India's Blue Revolution, aimed at revolutionising aquaculture in was the key figure behind India's Blue Revolution, which dramatically increased fish production in the country. He focused on scientific aquaculture. Ayyappan was the first fisheries scientist to become the Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). This was historic because ICAR had traditionally been headed by crop scientists. A resident of Visvesvaraya Nagar in Mysuru, Ayyappan had been missing since May 7. His family lodged a missing person complaint at the Vidyaranyapuram Police had last been seen leaving his flat on Akkamahadevi Road in Mysuru on a two-wheeler on May 7. When he didn't return, his family lodged a missing person's police said they were informed by a resident who found a body floating near the Cauvery River at Cauvery at Srirangapatna. When the police arrived at the spot, they identified body was in a decomposed state when it was retrieved from the water. It did not bear any injuries. He had left the mobile phone at home. Suicide cannot be ruled out," a police official told The a post-mortem at KR Hospital, his body was handed over to his family. The final rites were conducted with state honours at the foot of Chamundi Hills. Ayyappan is survived by his wife and two TO AQUACULTURE EXPERT AYYAPPAN POURS INAyyappan had Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Fisheries and held several top positions nationally.A pioneering figure in Indian aquaculture, Ayyappan was widely credited with spearheading the country's Blue Revolution. His innovative work in fish farming not only transformed India's approach to aquaculture but also improved food security and rural livelihoods across both coastal and inland was awarded the Padma Shri in 2022 in recognition of his significant his decades-long career, Ayyappan held several prominent positions, including director of CIFA in Bhubaneswar and CIFE in Mumbai, founding CEO of the NFDB in Hyderabad, and Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education. He also served as Vice-Chancellor of CAU, Imphal, and at the time of his passing, chaired the poured in from across the scientific Indian Council of Agricultural Research paid a tribute to Ayyappan."With deep sorrow, the ICAR family mourns the sad demise of Dr. S. Ayyappan, former Secretary (DARE) and Director General, ICAR. May his soul rest in eternal peace!," ICAR wrote on the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) paid tribute to Ayyappan."Deeply saddened by the passing of Padma Shri Dr S Ayyappan, former Secretary of DARE and Director General of ICAR. A true visionary in Indian fisheries and agricultural research, his pioneering work revolutionized the sector, uplifting countless farmers and fisherfolk," posted CMFRI on National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL_QCI) also paid tribute to Ayyappan."We are deeply saddened to note the sudden demise of Padma Shri Dr. Subbanna Ayyappan, Former Chairman of NABL-QCI. His contributions to the field of quality assurance and accreditation have left a lasting impact. May his legacy continue to inspire and guide us. Our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time," NABL wrote on X.
Mint
13-05-2025
- Science
- Mint
Subbanna Ayyappan, Padma Shri awardee and scientist, found dead in Cauvery river near Karnataka ashram
Renowned agricultural scientist and Padma Shri awardee Dr. Subbanna Ayyappan 70 was found dead in the Cauvery river near Sai Ashram in Srirangapatna, Karnataka, police said on Monday. He was 70. Ayyappan was living with his wife in Vishweshwara Nagar industrial area of Mysuru. Ayyappan had gone missing from residence home on May 7, Mandya police was quoted by news agency ANI as saying. After three days, when he didn't return, the family lodged a complaint at the Vidyaranapuram police station in Mysore. Srirangapatna police registered a case and started an investigation to probe reason behind his death. Accoridng to news agency PTI, preliminary enquiry said that he might have jumped in to the river, yet police said proper investigation can only reveal the cause of the death. As per reports, police received information about an unidentified body being found in the river on Saturday evening (May 10). When police reached the spot and retrieved the body from the river, the scientist's identity was discovered. 'Ayyappan's scooter was found on the riverbank,' Mandya police said on Monday, May 13. Subbanna Ayyappan was a former Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. A well-known scientist, Ayyappan was renowned for his contributions to India's Blue Revolution and was the first non-crop scientist to head ICAR. In 2022, the then President Ram Nath Kovind presented Padma Shri to Dr Subbanna Ayyappan for Science and Engineering. 'Dr Ayyappan made exemplary research contributions in the areas of aquaculture and aquatic microbiology,' the President said in a post on X. Ayyappan completed his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Fisheries and held several top positions nationally. Instrumental in promoting India's Blue Revolution, the Padma Shri awardee helped in boosting the country's agriculture, after which his contributions were recgonised by the government in 2022.
