Govindappa Venkataswamy
Indian ophthalmologist
Govindappa Venkataswamy, popularly known as Dr V., was an Indian ophthalmologist who dedicated his life to eliminate needless blindness. He was the founder and former chairman of Aravind Eye Hospitals. Wikipedia
Born: October 1, 1918, Tamil Nadu, India
Died: July 7, 2006 (age 87 years), Madurai, India
Books: Illuminated Spirit
Siblings: G. Natchiar
Parents: Lakshmi and Govindappa Naicker
founded: Aurolab, Aravind Eye Hospital