Namasivayam Kopay, Sri Lanka I was shocked at the news of Nantha's death. Although I couldn't keep in contact with him for long, the days he called to see me to clear doubts in his school lessons and chats we had during early 70s stir in me. Then I observed and admired his decency and politeness. In many ways, I noticed similarities between Nantha and his grandpa, Late Mr.Appathurai, a social activist and highly respected gentleman in the area. My deepest sympathies to grieving relatives. May his soul rest in peace.