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Noted Polish Indologist passes away
Andzrej Lugowski who taught Sanskrit for 35 years passed away after prolonged illness.
Noted Polish Indologist Andzrej Lugowski who taught Sanskrit at Warsaw University, passed away following prolonged illness. He was 67.
Lugowski, who died last week, was a scholar in Sanskrit and was a student of the legendary Hiraman Ghoshal, who taught Sanskrit at the Oriental Institute of the Warsaw University for many years.
Lugowski followed Ghoshal's footsteps and became a dedicated teacher for 35 years and trained generations of students in Poland.
Indian ambassador to Poland Anil Wadhwa told INEP agency: "Poland has lost a great teacher and India has lost a dedicated friend. Both teachers and students will miss him as a guide."
During his memorial service attended by students and admirers, Arthur Kerp, a contemporary of Lugowski, mentioned the contributions of his friend-cum guide. Kerp described him as "a guiding star".
