Mysore :

K.B. Sadanand, a former Botany professor in the University of Mysore and an environment conservation enthusiast, passed away this morning at the age of 72.

A bachelor and residing in Jayalakshmipuram with his brother Prof. K.B. Prabhu Prasad, a littérateur, he was very active with the Zoo activities as a member of its Education Wing. He also played a vital role in designing the Butterfly Park at Karanji Lake.

He was the Chief Editor of Kannada Vishwa Kosha (lexicon) and has written several books on environment conservation. As per his wish, his body was donated to JSS Medical College.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / Wednesday, October 01st, 2014