In a recent interview Dr. B. Palaniappan presents in a terse fashion what he considers as his major contribution at the national level to the welfare of child-bearing women in the second most populous country of the world and about the powerful influence he had among his students as a role-model; some of his students write to express appreciation from different parts of the world, which expressions he regards as his major accomplishment.
In an interview, Dr. B. Palaniappan highlights his significant contributions to the well-being of child-bearing women in India and his impact as a mentor for his students. His students' letters expressing gratitude from various parts of the world are considered his most notable accomplishments.