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Remembering Balbir Punj: A Prolific Writer and Political Luminary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called him a prolific writer and public intellectual who strengthened the BJP among students, professionals, scholars and intellectuals.
- Former Rajya Sabha MP and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Balbir Punj passed away on Saturday at age 76. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief, calling him a "prolific writer, thinker and public intellectual."
- Before entering politics, Punj began his journalism career in 1971 with the newspaper The Motherland. He later authored works including 'Tryst with Ayodhya: Decolonisation of India' and 'Narrative ka Mayajaal.'
- Within the BJP, Punj worked to strengthen the party among scholars and intellectuals while overseeing operations in states like Gujarat. His parliamentary interventions were rich in facts and theory.
- Leaders including Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Health Minister J P Nadda mourned the passing as an irreparable loss. BJP President Nitin Nabin acknowledged the void left in politics and journalism.
- His work among students and professionals has left a lasting imprint on the Indian political landscape. Colleagues continue sharing tributes emphasizing his significant contributions to media and national regeneration.
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Balbir Punj was a two-time Rajya Sabha MP. He was both a politician and a writer. He was actively involved in the media. Several BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Modi, expressed condolences on his passing.
PM Modi expresses grief at death of former Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Punj
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his grief at the death of former Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Punj, calling him a "prolific writer, thinker and public intellectual" who made a rich contribution to the world of media.
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PM Modi expresses grief at death of ex-RS MP Balbir Punj
New Delhi, Apr 18 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed his grief at the death of former Rajya Sabha MP Balbir Punj, calling him a prolific writer, thinker and public intellectual who worked tirelessly to strengthen the BJ.
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