Tale of two Dr Raos winning global recognition
Published 13th April 2023
“The interesting tale of two Dr Raos from Andhra Pradesh who have made a mark in the global arena: The week gone by saw both of them being recognised for their outstanding contributions in their fields. Though, from different fields and decades apart in age, I could see some contrasts and similarities that offer lessons and inspiration to us. Dr C R Rao, the greatest living statistician has been selected for the highest recognition in Statistics (equivalent of a Nobel Prize). His contributions have enriched statistics and mathematics and applications cut across disciplines. At 102, winning the award is indeed unparalleled. On the contrary, Dr G N Rao, founder of the L V Prasad Eye Institute has been awarded the WHO prize for public health commemorating the world body’s 75th year. He is among the topmost Opthalmologists in the world. He has built and led LVPEI to rank among the top 10 in the world among eyecare institutes in 2022 & 2023” – Mr Somasekhar Mulugu, former Associate Editor & Chief of Bureau of The Hindu BusinessLine, a well-known political, business and science writer and analyst based in Hyderabad.
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