'Pritish Nandy's mischief and sense of humour will be greatly missed'

Rajat Sharma, the chairman and Editor-in-chief of India TV, penned a eulogy for the journalist who has fearlessly led many exposes against powerful people

by e4m Desk
Published: Jan 9, 2025 12:34 PM | 1 min read

Celebrated journalist, poet, parliamentarian, and filmmaker Pritish Nandy died on Wednesday at 73. His demise shocked India's media industry, which has always celebrated his contributions to the country's media, art, and culture.

Rajat Sharma, the chairman and Editor-in-chief of India TV, penned a eulogy for the journalist who, with him, "together exposed several powerful personalities," including the cover story on Chandraswami, a controversial Indian spiritual guru and self-styled godman.

He wrote, "With the passing of Pritish Nandy, another chapter of life has come to an end. Forty years ago, the two of us together exposed several powerful personalities, with the most talked-about being the cover story on Chandraswami. At the time, Pritish was the Editor of Illustrated Weekly, and I was the Editor of Onlooker. It was a unique experiment of collaboration between two Editors. Pritish's mischief and sense of humour will be greatly missed."

Nandy’s illustrious career included serving as a member of the Rajya Sabha, representing Maharashtra under the Shiv Sena. A man of many talents, he was an acclaimed poet with several collections to his name, a pioneering editor who redefined Indian journalism, and a filmmaker who brought unconventional stories to the big screen. He also championed animal rights and was a prominent creator of television and streaming content, reflecting his diverse interests and contributions.

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