Vummidi Ethiraj, known for his contribution to crafting the historic Sengol, died in Chennai on 21 October 2026. He was 99. Born on 25 November 1926, he belonged to the Vummidi family associated with traditional jewellery craftsmanship in Tamil Nadu. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to his work on the Sengol presented to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. Modi also recalled meeting Ethiraj when the sceptre was given a place in the new Parliament building. His tribute connected Ethiraj’s craftsmanship with India’s cultural traditions and national history. The family’s publicist announced the death, and national leaders extended condolences to his relatives and admirers. Ethiraj’s legacy is closely associated with the enduring public recognition of the Sengol and the artisans who created it.
Sengol Craftsman Vummidi Ethiraj Remembered After Death at 99
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| Date | 22 October 2026 (Thursday) |
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