President Of India Condoles The Passing Away Of Veteran Film Actor Pran

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has condoled the passing away of veteran film actor, Pran.

In a condolence message to his wife, Smt. Shukla Sikand, the President has said, "I am deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of your husband, Shri Pran Krishan Sikand.

Shri Pran was a highly talented actor who shall always be remembered by generations of film watchers for his versatile and vivacious acting in multifarious roles. In his passing away, the celluloid world has lost a veteran and acclaimed actor, whose contribution to the Indian film industry remains unparalleled.

Kindly accept my heartfelt condolences and convey the same to the rest of your family members. I pray to the Almighty to give you and other members of your family, the strength to bear this irreparable loss”.

This release issued at 1945 hrs