Renowned cardiologist Dr G. Vijayaraghavan, who helped introduce 2D echocardiography in India, died in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on September 20, 2026, at the age of 84. He received the Padma Shri in 2009 for his contributions to medical science. A pioneer in heart care, Dr Vijayaraghavan led the establishment of India’s first two-dimensional echocardiography laboratory at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, in the late 1970s. His research on heart diseases, contributions to medical education and efforts to train young doctors helped advance cardiac diagnosis and treatment in India. He also served as the founding director and vice-chairman of KIMS Hospital in Thiruvananthapuram.