B. V. Nimbkar | |
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Born | |
Died | 25 August 2021 Phaltan, Maharashtra, India | (aged 90)
Other names | Bon |
Occupation(s) | Agricultural scientist Social worker |
Known for | Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute |
Spouse | Jai |
Children | Nandini Nimbkar Manjiri Nimbkar, Chanda Nimbkar |
Parent(s) | Kamala and Vishnu Nimbkar |
Awards | Padma Shri Jamnalal Bajaj Award |
Bonbehari Vishnu Nimbkar (17 July 1931 – 25 August 2021) was an Indian agricultural scientist and social worker, known for his work in the fields of animal husbandry and agriculture.[1] He founded Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute, an Indian non-governmental organization engaged in research and development in agriculture, renewable energy and animal husbandry. His work garnered him many awards, including the Padma Shri and the Jamnalal Bajaj Award.