The journalism fraternity in Rajasthan is mourning the loss of veteran correspondent Narayan Bareth, who passed away in Jaipur following a cardiac arrest. Bareth, who had been hospitalised for several days battling pneumonia, died late on Friday night, according to family members. His funeral is scheduled to take place in the state capital later today.
Bareth is a towering figure in Indian journalism, and he is most famous for his association with the BBC, during which he became a household name because of his in-depth and principled reporting. After his active journalistic career, Bareth took up public service as the Rajasthan Information Commissioner. In his new role, he won much respect as an efficient administrator who remained a strong supporter of the Right to Information.
Tributes are flowing in from all over the political and media establishment. Former Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot expressed his deep sense of grief over Bareth’s death. Gehlot said, "Bareth had established a 'distinct identity' with his dedication to public-interest journalism. Be it his reports for international broadcasters or his chairmanship of information commission hearings, Bareth always left an indelible impression of integrity and professionalism."
The passing away of the veteran journalist marks the end of an era for those who appreciated the old-school rigor he brought to his profession. He leaves behind his family and a host of colleagues who remember not only the journalist he was, but also the mentor he was to many of his colleagues in the Rajasthan media circuit.
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