Gopinath stood out as the sole scholar from our department who had achieved the remarkable distinction of presenting a conference paper in Malaysia. His presentation not only highlighted his individual expertise and dedication but also brought significant recognition to our department on an international platform. This accomplishment underscored his scholarly contributions and exemplified the high level of research and academic excellence that our department fostered. His participation in the conference served as an inspiration to his peers and showcased the global impact of our department's research endeavors.