New Delhi, Aug. 7 -- On the eve of the birth centenary of renowned agricultural scientist Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, the India International Centre bustled with students, farmers, readers, and dignitaries who had gathered to celebrate his legacy.
The event, which took place last evening, marked the launch of his biography, 'M S Swaminathan: The Man Who Fed India', written by Priyambada Jayakumar and published by HarperCollins.
The evening featured a high profile panel discussion with Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, former Deputy Chairman of Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia, DMK MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi, former diplomat Navtej Sarna, former diplomat Gopalkrishna Gandhi and the author Priyamabada Jayakumar.
In her introductory speech, auth...