The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today condoled the demise of Dr. Pierre-Sylvain Filliozat and remarked that he will be remembered for his exemplary efforts to popularise Sanskrit studies, especially in the field of literature and grammar.

He wrote in a post on X:

“Dr. Pierre-Sylvain Filliozat will be remembered for his exemplary efforts to popularise Sanskrit studies, especially in the field of literature and grammar. He was deeply connected with India and Indian culture. Pained by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family and friends in this hour of grief.”