Vice President Presents Gujar Mal Modi Award to Prof. Mustansir Barma

The Vice President of India Shri M. Hamid Ansari addresses  Prof. Mustansir Barma with the prestigious “Gujar Mal Modi Award for his commendable contribution in the field of Science and Technology”.

Vice President described Prof. Mustansir Barmaa as a distinguished Professor and recognized and awarded him for his immense contribution in the field of Statistical Physics in India. The bestowing of this year’s prestigious G.M. Modi Science Award to Prof. Mustansir Barma is a most befitting step taken by Gujar Mal Modi Foundation.

About Gujar Mal Modi Award
  • the G.M. Modi Foundation has been instituted an annual award, the Gujar Mal Modi Award for Innovative Science & Technology.
  • the award acknowledge excellence in scientific research and development.
  • The award consist of Rs. 2.01 lakh, a silver shield and a scroll of honor.
Mustansir Barma
  • Mustansir Barma is an Indian Scientist specializing in Statistical Physics.
  • He was former Director of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research.
  • He has published numerous papers on the topic and is one of the best recognized names in the discipline internationally..
  • His personal initiative in expanding the TIFR campus in Hyderabad and his support and encouragement to younger scientists in exploring new areas is commendable.

Related Question:

  • Who was the first recipient of the Gujar Mal Modi Award?

View Answer
Answer Prof. Satish Dhawan in 1988.