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Doordarshan's Golden Voice Silenced: Sarla Maheshwari Dies at 71
12 Feb
Summary
- Renowned Doordarshan newsreader Sarla Maheshwari passed away at the age of 71.
- She was celebrated for her gentle voice and flawless diction from 1976 to 2005.
- Maheshwari's calm authority defined credibility for a generation of news anchors.
Sarla Maheshwari, a prominent newsreader from Doordarshan's golden era, has passed away at the age of 71. Doordarshan National confirmed her death, remembering her as a distinguished broadcaster whose voice and presence left an indelible mark on Indian television journalism.
Maheshwari was celebrated for her gentle tone, precise pronunciation, and dignified delivery. She became a household name during the 1980s and 1990s, a period when Doordarshan was the primary television news source in India. Her career spanned nearly three decades, from 1976 to 2005.
Her journey in broadcasting commenced during her doctoral studies at Delhi University. After an successful audition as an announcer, she transitioned to news reading. Maheshwari's calm authority and polished presentation made her a credible face for a generation of news anchors as Indian television evolved.
