“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Padma Shri Dr.K.M Cherian, a legendary cardiac surgeon who revolutionized cardiac care in India. His pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication, from performing India’s first coronary artery bypass surgery to transforming countless lives, have left a lasting legacy in the field of medicine. On behalf of Aster DM Healthcare, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace.”