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  • Chandan Mitra will be remembered for his contributions to journalism, politics: Mamata Banerjee

    By PTI

    KOLKATA: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday condoled the death of senior TMC leader and eminent journalist Chandan Mitra, saying that the two-time Rajya Sabha MP will be remembered for his contributions to journalism and politics.

    He was suffering for a while and died late on Wednesday night, his son Kushan Mitra said.

    “Saddened by the demise of Shri Chandan Mitra. He will be remembered for his contribution to the world of journalism and politics. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones,” Banerjee tweeted.

    In another statement, she said that 65-year-old Mitra was the editor-in-chief of The Pioneer, and was earlier associated with other newspapers like The Statesman, The Times of India, The Sunday Observer and Hindustan Times in different phases of his chequered career.

    “As the chronicler of society and news, his death has caused a void in the world of journalism,” the TMC chief said.

    Mitra had joined the TMC in 2018 in the presence of Banerjee during the party’s July 21 ‘Martyrs’ Day Rally’.

  • Chandan Mitra, veteran journalist and former Rajya Sabha MP, passes away at 66

    By Express News Service

    KOLKATA: BJP’s former Rajya Sabha MP and journalist Chandan Mitra passed away late on Wednesday night at his Delhi residence.

    He was 66-years-old and was not keeping well for a while. He is survived by his wife and two sons.

    Before enrolling himself in Oxford University, Mitra did his schooling from Kolkata’s La Martiniere for Boys before joining St. Stephens College in Delhi.

    He has also worked with The Statesman, The Times of India, The Sunday Observer and The Hindustan Times. Mitra was the managing director of Delhi-based The Pioneer till June this year.

    Mitra began his political journey in 2003 when he was nominated as a Rajya Sabha member. He was elected to another term in the upper house of Parliament from Madhya Pradesh.      

    Expressing condolence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “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.’’

    “Since it is already out there; Dad passed away late last night. He had been suffering for a while,’’ tweeted Kushan, his son.