Eminent ecologist Madhav Gadgil dies at 82:

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Category : Obituaries Published on: January 12 2026

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Renowned environmental scientist and ecologist Madhav Gadgil passed away at his Pune residence late on January 7, 2026, following a brief illness.
He was widely respected for his pioneering work on the ecology of the Western Ghats.
In 2024, the United Nations honoured him with the Champions of the Earth award for his influential contributions to protecting this global biodiversity hotspot, including recommendations for strict safeguards in ecologically sensitive zones.