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New Delhi, Sep 2 (PTI) Veteran journalist and former Rajya Sabha MP Chandan Mitra died late Wednesday at his south Delhi residence after a long ailment.
He was 65.Mitra, who did a stint in various newspapers, including the Times of India and the Hindustan Times, in his long career as a journalist before he became editor of The Pioneer, is survived by his wife Shobori Ganguly and two sons Kushan and Shakya.The death of the columnist and raconteur, known for his sharp views on politics and also his abiding love for old Hindi film music, was condoled by a host of political leaders across the spectrum as well as President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi."Shri Chandan Mitra Ji will be remembered for his intellect and insights.
He distinguished himself in the world of media as well as politics.
Anguished by his demise.
Condolences to his family and admirers.
Om Shanti," the prime minister said in a tweet.The president described him as an outstanding journalist whose stint as a parliamentarian added to his reputation.“His understanding of Hindi heartland and its history was profound.