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The Chandigarh Press Club expresses deep sorrow over the passing of veteran journalist, author, and noted chronicler of India, Mark Tully, who breathed his last at a private hospital in New Delhi on Sunday. He was 90.
An award-winning journalist and one of the most respected foreign correspondents to report from India, Tully had been unwell for some time and was admitted to Max Hospital, Saket, where he was undergoing treatment for the past week.
Best known for his incisive reportage and deep understanding of India’s social and political fabric, Mark Tully made an indelible contribution to journalism through his decades-long association with the BBC. His writings reflected empathy, balance, and a rare ability to contextualise complex events with clarity.
Among his most significant works is Amritsar: Mrs Gandhi’s Last Battle, co-authored with fellow journalist Satish Jacob, which is widely regarded as one of the most balanced and comprehensive accounts of Operation Blue Star.
The Chandigarh Press Club extends its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the global fraternity of journalists and readers who admired his work. His legacy as a truthful, courageous, and thoughtful journalist will continue to inspire generations, said Mr. Rajesh Dhall, Secretary General of the Club.