Who won the 2026 S Guptan Nair Foundation award?

V R Prabodhachandran Nair, an educator and linguist, won the 2026 S Guptan Nair Foundation award.

What is V R Prabodhachandran Nair known for?

V R Prabodhachandran Nair is known for being a pioneer in the phonology of the Malayalam language and has authored several books.

When and where will the S Guptan Nair award be presented?

The award will be presented at a function in Thiruvananthapuram on February 6, 2026.

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Linguist Nair Wins Prestigious S Guptan Nair Award

11 Jan

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V R Prabodhachandran Nair receives the 2026 S Guptan Nair Foundation award.
The award includes a Rs 25,000 prize, citation, and badge of honor.
Nair is recognized for pioneering Malayalam language phonology.

Linguist Nair Wins Prestigious S Guptan Nair Award

Educator and linguist V R Prabodhachandran Nair was selected for the 2026 S Guptan Nair Foundation award. The jury, led by K Jayakumar, recognized Nair for his significant contributions to Malayalam linguistics. This award, comprising Rs 25,000, a citation, and a badge of honor, highlights his status as a distinguished scholar.

Nair, a former head of linguistics at Kerala University, is lauded as the pioneer in the phonology of the Malayalam language. His expertise also extends to syntax and stylistics. He is a recipient of the President's medal and has authored multiple books, along with composing approximately 600 classical songs.

The award ceremony is scheduled to take place in Thiruvananthapuram on February 6, 2026. Previous recipients of this esteemed award include notable figures such as M Leelavathi and ONV Kurup, underscoring the significance of Nair's recognition.