Nanda Prusty

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Nanda Prusty
British India
Died7 December 2021(2021-12-07) (aged 102)
OccupationTeacher
SpouseRukmini
ChildrenGaneshwar, Niranjan, Satyabhama, Gamini
Parent(s)Nav Prusty, Chandramani Prusty
AwardsPadma Shri

Nanda Kishore Prusty (1919 – 7 December 2021) was an Indian teacher from Kantira, Odisha. In 2021, he was awarded the Padma Shri for his contribution to education.[1][2]

Prusty died of COVID-19 on 7 December 2021, aged 102.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Teacher for 7 decades, 102-year-old class 7 pass out is Padma Shri. A Documentary film called Nanda Masternka Chatasali directed by Pranab Aich is being made on his life , struggle and achievements. winner". Hindustan Times. 26 January 2021. Retrieved 8 December 2021.
  2. ^ Pati, Amulya (28 January 2021). "Odisha teacher Nanda Prusty scores a century in his age and 2021 Padma Awards". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 24 May 2022.
  3. ^ "Veteran teacher Nanda Prusty dies in Odisha; tributes pour in - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 December 2021.