One of the first English news presenters on Doordarshan Gitanjali Aiyar on Wednesday died. She labored with Doordarshan as news presenter from August 1971 to August 2002 (31 years).
She was the recipient of the greatest anchor award 4 instances. Her Linkedin profile prompt that she was working as a head, Major Donors at WWF-India since 2011.
The news of her demise triggered a flood of condolence posts on social media.
Union Minister Anurag Thakur expressed his condolence saying he was deeply saddened to listen to about the passing.
“Deeply saddened to listen to about the passing of Gitanjali Aiyar, one of the first and most interesting English news anchors on Doordarshan and All India Radio. A trailblazer & pioneer, she introduced credibility, professionalism, and a definite voice to each news report, leaving an indelible mark in the journalism and broadcasting industries. My heartfelt condolences exit to her household and family members throughout this tough time,” tweeted Thakur.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu additionally expressed his grief over the dying of the news anchor.
“Shocked to study passing away of Gitanjali Aiyar Ji, one of the first and ace English news presenters on DD National. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved relations, her buddies and admirers. May the departed soul relaxation in everlasting peace. Om Shanti,” he tweeted.
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