This item was about Hari Om Trust awards for the year 1977 and 1978 by UGC. The awards, named after outstanding Indian scientists, carry a cash prize of Rs.10,000/- each.

This item refers letter from Dr.(Mrs.) Madhuri R.Shah, Chairman, UGC regarding the Hari Om Ashram Trust Award to late Dr.M. K. Vainu Bappu, includes folder containing citation and certificate, One D.D. for Rs.10,000/- drawn on the SBI, New Delhi and receipt proforma for Rs.10,000/- to be returned to the UGC duly signed on the revenue stamp.

This item was about the statue of M. K. Vainu Bappu was recently unveiled in the city, marking the significant contributions he made to astronomy in India. In the mid-forties, the state of astronomical research in India was paradoxical - the country produced several top-class theoretical scientists, but observational facilities were lacking. However, within 30 years, this state of affairs had drastically changed, and this was largely due to the pivotal role played by Dr. M. K. Vainu Bappu.

This item was about the 1977 Dr. Meghna Saha prize, which was given out by the UGC and accepted by Dr. M. K. Vainu Bappu, an IIA scientist. There was also mention of a few more scientists from various fields who had received honours in various categories.

This fond consist of newspaper clipping on the nobel physicist Prof. S Chandrasekhar. In 1983, S Chandrasekhar recieved nobel for featuring the stability problem in different phases of stellar evolution. This fond provide us information about his research history and work life balance.

This item contains certificate and its citation of the "Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize" for the year 1970 for his outstanding contributions in Physical Sciences.

This item is about the tribute paid by eminent personalities in astronomy worldwide on M. K. V. Bappu's demise.

The item was about M.K.Vainu Bappu was elected as President of the International Astronomical Union, which has 50 countries as a member.

This letter was about Kavalur observatory from its genesis to its commencement in 1972. its achievements throughout the whole journey.

This letter was sent to Dr.M. K. Vainu Bappu on Hari Om Ashram Trust Awards in Science saying that he was selected for Meghnad Saha Award for the year 1977. The award is of the value of Rs.10,000/-.