Udupi: Former principal of PPC, Prof M Sudhakar Rao, passes away

Udupi: Former principal of Poornaprajna College (PPC), Prof M Sudhakar Rao passed away at a private hospital in Manipal on July 24. He was 84.

Prof Rao had served the Botany Department in various roles ultimately becoming its Head of the Department.

He penned the book ‘Objectives of Biology’ which is immensely popular among students preparing for NEET, CET, and other professional entrance exams.

Pontiff of the Adamaru Matha, PPC College Management Board, Professor, students, and Alumni Association condoled his death.

Prof Rao is survived by his wife, son, and daughter.