Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (MS/JD)
Udupi, Aug 10: Vidwan K Haridasa Upadhyaya, a revered figure in the field of Sanskrit scholarship and a distinguished retired principal of Sri Manmadhwa Siddantha Prabhodini College, breathed his last on Wednesday night at the age of 95. He was also an esteemed court scholar of Sri Krishna Math and a recipient of the national award.
A luminary in his field, Haridasa Upadhyaya served as the founder president of the Udupi taluk Brahmana Maha Sabha and received honors from the seers of eight prominent mathas in Udupi.
During his tenure as the principal of the Sanskrit college, he imparted knowledge to numerous students, coining the term "Prahumpala" for "Pracharya" in Kannada.
Haridasa Upadhyaya's exceptional contributions earned him recognition from the Karnataka government, various organizations, and culminated in a prestigious national lifetime achievement award bestowed upon him by the union government. He remained dedicated to his studies and teaching pursuits until his final moments.
Survived by three sons and three daughters, Haridasa Upadhyaya leaves behind a legacy of profound learning and scholarly endeavors.