Renowned Indian economist Amartya Sen is in good health and actively engaged, refuting false reports of his demise. His daughter, Nandana Deb Sen, clarified the situation, sharing that they recently spent a joyful week together in Cambridge.
Famed Indian economist Amartya Sen, subject to recent false reports of his passing, is not only alive but thriving. His daughter, Nandana Deb Sen, took to social media to dispel the rumors, emphasizing that they recently shared a delightful week with family in Cambridge. In a reassuring tweet, she not only confirmed his well-being but also shared a poignant snapshot of the Bharat Ratna awardee.
Amartya Sen is alive
Despite the erroneous news causing an outpouring of condolences on social media, it was revealed that the misinformation originated from a fictitious social media post falsely attributed to economic historian Claudia Goldin. The post, traced back to a newly created account in May 2023, led to a swift correction by news agency PTI.
Also Read:- MS Swaminathan, Father of India’s Green Revolution, Dies at 98
Amartya Sen, whose illustrious career spans nearly seven decades, is actively contributing to academia. Currently holding positions as a professor of economics and philosophy at Harvard University, he continues to teach two courses weekly and is immersed in the creation of a groundbreaking gender-focused book.
Sen’s impressive accolades include the Nobel Prize for Economics in 1998, alongside numerous top civilian honors from around the world, such as the Bharat Ratna and France’s Légion d’Honneur. With over 100 honorary degrees from institutions worldwide, his intellectual prowess remains highly esteemed.
Beyond the professional realm, Amartya Sen is entangled in a legal dispute with Visva-Bharati University concerning an eviction notice for alleged illegal occupation of land. The university has urged him to vacate 0.13 acres of land from his ancestral residence, ‘Pratichi,’ in Santiniketan.
Air Force Day 2023:- All You Need to Know about Indian Air Force Day; PM Modi greets IAF
Amidst these personal and legal challenges, Sen’s dedication to his work and intellectual pursuits shines through. His resilience and passion, encapsulated in his statement about never engaging in work he wasn’t interested in, underscore his continued commitment to contributing meaningfully to various fields.