Padma Shri awardee eminent oncologist M Krishnan Nair passes away at 81
- Eminent oncologist Dr M Krishnan Nair has passed away following age-related ailments. He was 81.
- Dr Nair was the founder-director of the Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) in Thiruvananthapuram.
- He was known for setting up one of the largest comprehensive cancer centres in the country.
- In 2001 the Government of India awarded Dr Nair with Padma Shri (the fourth highest civilian award) for his contributions in the cancer care field.