Renowned TV journalist and senior anchor Rohit Sardana died of cardiac arrest on Friday, days after he tested positive for the novel coronavirus. He was 41.
With the untimely demise of Rohit, journalists and others who knew him were shocked and heartbroken.
Rohit Sardana, who was an executive editor and TV news anchor with Aaj Tak of the India Today Group, is survived by his wife, two daughters and parents. He was awarded the Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Puraskar by the Centre in 2018.
Sardana earlier worked with Zee News, where he hosted the debate-based show ‘Taal Thok Ke’. As the news of popular media personality’s death spread, condolences started flooding in on social media. Several prominent persons like PM Narendra Modi, Union Minister Amit Shah and many others offered tributes to the popular anchor.
Rohit Sardana left us too soon. Full of energy, passionate about India’s progress and a kind hearted soul, Rohit will be missed by many people. His untimely demise has left a huge void in the media world. Condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 30, 2021
Pained to learn about Shri Rohit Sardana ji’s untimely demise. In him, the nation has lost a brave journalist who always stood up for unbiased and fair reporting. May God give his family the strength to bear this tragic loss. My deepest condolences to his family and followers.
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) April 30, 2021
