December 22, 2025
Verghese Kurien was born on 26-11-1921 in Kozhikode in the state of Kerala, India. He was an Indian Entrepreneur, Engineer & Businessperson.
| Other Name: | Milkman of India, Father of the White Revolution of India, Dr. V. Kurien, |
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| Other Professions: | Engineer Businessperson |
| AWARD NAME | AWARD CATEGORY | RECEIPT YEAR | RECEIPT FIELD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padma Shri | Civilian Award | 1965 | Trade and Industry |
| Padma Bhushan | Civilian Award | 1966 | Trade and Industry |
| Padma Vibhushan | Civilian Award | 1999 | Science and Engineering |
Verghese Kurien died on 09-09-2012 in Nadiad, Gujarat, India. He died after a prolonged illness at age of 90.
| DEATHDAY | 9 September,2012 (Tuesday) |
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| DEATH PLACE | Nadiad, Gujarat |
| DEATH COUNTRY | India |
| Father | Puthenparakkal Kurien |
| Mother | Name Not Known |
| Siblings | None |
| Wife | Molly Kurien |
| Daughter | Nirmala Kurien |
He was born to Puthenparakkal Kurien. He was married to Molly Kurien and has a daughter named Nirmala Kurien.
Verghese Kurien was 90 years 9 months & 13 days old age.