Dwarkanath Kotnis

Dwarakanath Shantaram Kotnis (10 October 1910 in India – 9 December 1942), also known by his Chinese name Ke Dihua (Chinese: 柯棣华; pinyin: Kē Dìhuá), was one of the five Indian physicians dispatched to China to provide medical assistance during the Second Sino-Japanese War in 1938. Known for his dedication and perseverance, he has been regarded as an example for Sino-Indian friendship and collaboration.

Dr.Dwarakanath Kotnis
Born10 October 1910
Solapur , Bombay Presidency, British India
Died9 December 1942(1942-12-09) (aged 32)
China
Alma materUniversity of Bombay
OccupationPhysician
SpouseGuo Qinglan
ChildrenYinhua (1942–1967)
ParentShantaram Kotnis

Along with the Canadian Dr. Norman Bethune, he continues to be revered every year by the Chinese people during the Qingming Festival, a day used by the Chinese to commemorate the martyrs.

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