US EditionSenior Journalist Sankarshan Thakur Passes Away
Sankarshan Thakur, aged 63, was a respected political analyst and author known for his incisive journalism and contributions to understanding Bihar's politics.
- Sankarshan Thakur, who served as editor at The Telegraph, died on September 8, 2025, at the age of 63 in a hospital in Gurgaon.
- Thakur's death followed a prolonged illness and recent surgery, ending nearly four decades of journalism focused on Bihar and Indian politics.
- He began his career in 1984 at Sunday magazine, reported on major events like the Bhopal gas tragedy, and authored acclaimed books on Bihar's leaders.
- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed that his keen reporting, courageous political insights, and polished writing have created a lasting impact, highlighting the widespread sorrow.
- Thakur's passing leaves a void as an incisive political analyst and fearless reporter, deeply mourned across the journalistic and political communities.
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The Telegraph editor Sankarshan Thakur dies at 63
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Veteran journalist Sankarshan Thakur passes away at 63
New Delhi: Veteran journalist Sankarshan Thakur, editor of The Telegraph whose prowess with words added that extra edge to his analyses and ground reports, died at a Gurgaon hospital on Monday after prolonged illness. He was 63. Born in Patna in 1962, Thakur was the son of senior journalist Janardhan Thakur. He received his early education at St Xavier’s in Patna and later in Delhi, before earning a degree in political science from Hindu College…
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