Archive · 16 Nov 2025
Former JNTU VC P. Dayaratnam Passes Away at 93
A very smart professor named Dr. P. Dayaratnam, who used to be in charge of a big university called JNTU, has passed away.
He was 93 years old and died peacefully.
Dr. Dayaratnam was like a leader for the university when he was the vice chancellor, helping it grow and do more research.
He was also a brilliant writer, creating 10 books and over 100 articles about building strong things like bridges and tall buildings.
He won many awards for his clever ideas and even got a special honorary degree.
He studied engineering and worked at other famous schools before leading JNTU.
He leaves behind his daughter and grandchildren.
Former JNTU Vice Chancellor Dr. P. Dayaratnam died at the age of 93 on November 11.
He served as JNTU Vice Chancellor from 1995 to 1998, influencing the university's academic and research growth.
Dr. Dayaratnam was an accomplished author, with 10 textbooks and over 100 research papers.
His work focused on structural engineering topics like tall buildings, bridges, and power stations.
He received numerous accolades, including the Sir Arthur Cotton Gold Medal and an honorary doctorate from JNTU-H.
- Who
- Dr. P. Dayaratnam, former Vice Chancellor of JNTU
- What
- Passed away
- When
- November 11
- Where
- Habsiguda
- Why
- Natural causes
- Name
- Dr. P. Dayaratnam
- Age
- 93
- Date of Death
- November 11
- Cause of Death
- Natural causes
- Former Position
- Vice Chancellor, JNTU (1995-1998)
- Notable Achievements
- Authored 10 textbooks, over 100 research papers; received multiple awards including Sir Arthur Cotton Gold Medal.