Chhattisgarh Governor, Chief Minister Raman Singh, political leaders, media personnel expressed deep grief over the demise of renowned literary figure and journalist Prabhakar Choube.
Choube (84) had passed away on Thursday night at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in the capital while undergoing treatment.
Governor Balramji Das Tandon in his message said that Choube had made immense contribution in field of journalism and literature. He was considered as father figure in the country for journalism. He had created awareness among the society through his satirical columns. He continued to write till last days.
Chief Minister Raman Singh in his message said Prabhakar Choube, had spent around 54 years in the field of literature and journalism. He enlightened the citizens and readers with his illuminating articles on the contemporary affairs of society. A glorious era had come to an end and the State had lost a towering intellectual, he said.
Chhattisgarh Pradesh Congress Committee president Bhupesh Baghel, Congress legislative leader T S Singhdeo also expressed deep grief over demise of veteran journalist. They said that he was towering personality in journalism. He had given top priority in raising the voice of people on priority. His loss is irreparable to the state and journalism.
The last rites of late Prabhkar Choubey were performed on Friday. Agriculture and water resources minister Brijmohan Agrawal, veteran journalist lalit Surjan, Congress leader Ramesh Varlyani along with prominent citizens, writers and journalists were present. A two-minute condolence meeting was organised.