Sarla Maheshwari Dies: Veteran Doordarshan News Anchor Passes Away at 71

Veteran Doordarshan news anchor Sarla Maheshwari has passed away at the age of 71 in Delhi. The news was shared by former Doordarshan anchor Shammi Narang, who expressed deep grief over her demise and remembered her as a symbol of grace, dignity and linguistic excellence.

Sarla Maheshwari (Photo Credits: X\@shamminarang)

Veteran Doordarshan news anchor Sarla Maheshwari has passed away at the age of 71 in Delhi. The news was shared by former Doordarshan anchor Shammi Narang, who expressed deep grief over her demise and remembered her as a symbol of grace, dignity and linguistic excellence. Maheshwari was one of the most recognised faces of Indian television during Doordarshan’s golden era, alongside anchors like Salma Sultan and Minu Talwar. She became the voice of several historic moments, including the 1991 assassination announcement of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and the 1997 funeral coverage of Mother Teresa. Known for her composure and empathy, Maheshwari leaves behind a lasting legacy in Indian broadcast journalism. Emma Amit Dies: Food Vlogger Dead After Eating Toxic ‘Devil Crab’ for Social Media Video.

Sarla Maheshwari Dies at 71

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