Renowned Cardiologist Dr. G Vijayaraghavan, Pioneer of 2D Echocardiography in India, Dies at 84
Dr. G Vijayaraghavan, a renowned cardiologist credited with introducing 2D echocardiography in India, died at 84 in Thiruvananthapuram. A Padma Shri awardee in 2009, he pioneered research on tropical endomyocardial fibrosis and helped establish India's first 2D echocardiography lab. He served as vice-chairman of KIMS Hospital and contributed extensively to cardiology education and research. His work significantly advanced heart care and medical training in India.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 32%, Centre 68%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (62/100). Lens Score 32/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–65/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 20 Sept, 11:46 am. Other outlets followed.