POOYAPPALLY: KM Babu (71), founder of MVM Krishna Thulasi Ayurveda Research Lab and Managing Director of Krishna Thulasi Cough Syrup, passed away on Monday.

He passed away at around 10.30 am yesterday while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kollam due to age-related diseases. Public viewing will start at the house at 4 pm today. The funeral service will begin at 11 am tomorrow at the home. The funeral will take place at 12 pm at Immanuel Mar Thoma Church, Maruthamonpally. He is the son of the Late KI Mani who was a famous Ayurvedic physician. Wife: Leela Mathew (Retd. Teacher).

Children: Dr Sumam Babu, Sheeba Babu, Sherin Babu, and Dr Shanu K Babu.