Kathmandu, Jan. 31 : An emergency meeting of the academic council of royal Nepal academy (rna) held here today under the chairmanship of rna vice-chancellor mohan Koirala expressed deep sorrow at the untimely death of honorary member of the academy and famed archaeologist and sociologist janak lal sharma.

The meeting observed a minute’s silence praying for eternal peace to the departed soul. It also extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members.

In a resolution, the meeting has said that the death of Mr sharma, who has made outstanding contribution to the field of history, archaeology and sociology through research and study, has caused irreparable loss to the country.