Renowned mathematician and founder of Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) passed away in Chennai on 17 July, 2020 at the age of 88.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief via a tweet.
In the passing away of Professor C. S. Seshadri, we have lost an intellectual stalwart who did outstanding work in mathematics. His efforts, especially in algebraic geometry, will be remembered for generations. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 18, 2020
Even the President of India condoled via a tweet.
A multifaceted personality and mathematical genius, Prof C.S. Seshadri is known for his exceptional contribution in algebraic geometry. In his passing we have lost an institution builder. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 18, 2020
He was passionate about mathematics and had special interest in algebraic geometry and algebraic groups.
He founded CMI to widen the scope of mathematics and devoted himself to bringing in the practice of research in teaching mathematics to undergraduate students back in the 80s.
He did not miss an opportunity to emphasise to science students to keep their eyes open to other courses such as humanities.
His mission for CMI was to be a top quality institution that offers teaching in mathematics and computer science and create a new stream of students by training them from undergraduate level to the highest level.
He completed his schooling in St Joseph’s Elementary School, Shri Ramakrishna School, and St Joseph High School in Chengalpet and did B A Honours in Mathematics at Loyola College in Chennai.
He did his PhD. in mathematics in Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bombay University and started his career in Tata Institute.
His accolades were recognized when he was elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 1988 and a Foreign Associate of the National Academy of Sciences, U.S in 2010. He was also awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2009.
He was an advent lover of carnatic music.
Principal Scientific Adviser (Government of India) said that he was deeply connected to our art and culture, while being a true internationalist.