Dr. P.V. Guharaj (1925 - June 12, 2016) was one of the first police surgeons in Kerala. He was director and professor of forensic medicine at Kozhikode Medical College. He has authored a book titled Forensic Medicine which is an authentic reference text in India.[1]
P. V. Guharaj | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1925 |
| Died | 12 June 2016 (aged 90–91) |
| Nationality | Indian |
Professional life
editBecause of the statement he made in the Rajan Murder Case that police torture was the cause of death, Kerala policemen allegedly attacked his house. He appeared before the Kerala High Court and Coimbatore court to give evidence in this case.[2]
The department of Forensic Medicine was started in Kozhikode Medical College during his stint.[1] He worked as a police surgeon for the government of Kerala for 25 years. After retiring from government service, he worked in Nigeria for the Governor of Gongola for three months[2]
The book he authored is a major reference book for police surgeons and barristers.[2]
Family
editAysha Guharaj, who was principal of Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram and Alappuzha Medical Colleges and Director of Medical Education, was his wife.[2]
References
edit- ^ a b "Forensic surgeon P.V. Guharaj dead". The Hindu. Retrieved 13 June 2016.
- ^ a b c d Alingal, Shafeeq (9 April 2016). "A Police Surgeon who Dared to Speak Truth". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 2 December 2015. Retrieved 13 June 2016.