Sindhi scholar M H Panhwar passes away

M H Panhwar, an institution in himself, a very well-read person, a distinguished scholar, agriculturist and an expert in water issue, passes away last night at his residence in Latifabad, Hyderabad. He was 82.
He leaves behind four sons, Rafi Hussain, Tariq Hussain, Sani Hussain and Muhammad Ali all settled in USA. His first wife is dead and his second wife Farzana a biochemist has authored many books and attended many international conferences.
Muhammad Hussain Panhwar, born on December 25, 1925, was expert in various fields like environment, history, archaeology, anthropology, historical geography, climates of the past, geology and many other disciplines.
He had written several books, papers and articles and attended many seminars and workshops the world over. He made a tremendous contribution in so many fields related to Sindh and the neighbouring areas.