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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.
Balbir Punj was a prolific writer, thinker and public intellectual who made a rich contribution to the world of media, PM Modi said on X. His writings were widely read and reflected his strong passion towards national regeneration. https://x.com/narendramodi/status/2045570142592176235?s=20 "Balbir Punj Ji worked tirelessly to strengthen the BJP, especially among students, professionals, scholars and intellectuals. His Parliamentary interventions were rich in facts and theory. He was in-charge of various states, including Gujarat. Fondly remember our interactions from those times. Pained by his passing. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti," PM Modi said in a post on X. Born on 2 October, 1949, Balbir Punj began his career as a journalist in 1971 with the newspaper The Motherland. (ANI)
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