She served as a news anchor on Doordarshan from 1976 until 2005, giving over three decades to the public broadcast from the times when it was the nation’s primary source of television news.
One of the most recognised faces of Indian Television News, Sarla Maheshwari dies today at the age of 71. She is one of the reknowned news anchors during Doordarshan’s Golden Era.
Her demise marks the end of an era for the viewers who grew up watching her providing news to the nation. She served as a news anchor on Doordarshan from 1976 until 2005, giving over three decades to the public broadcast from the times when it was the nation’s primary source of television news.
Sarla Maheshwari began her professional journey while pursuing her Ph.D. at the Delhi University.
The news of her demise has shocked the nation, the condolences are being shared nationwide. Public is remembering her as a symbol of authenticity and journalistic grace.
Her last rites are performed today at the Nigam Bodh Ghat in Delhi.
