Iconic Doordarshan Newsreader Sarla Maheshwari Dies at 71 in Delhi

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Storyboard•12-02-2026, 17:15
Iconic Doordarshan Newsreader Sarla Maheshwari Dies at 71 in Delhi
- •Sarla Maheshwari, a beloved Doordarshan newsreader from the 1980s, passed away at 71 in Delhi.
- •Known for her calm delivery and composed presence, she was a trusted face of Indian television news.
- •DD News and Doordarshan National paid tribute, highlighting her gentle voice, precise pronunciation, and dignified presentation.
- •Former colleagues remembered her professionalism, warmth, grace, and command over language.
- •Her cremation is scheduled for February 12 at Nigam Bodh Ghat in Delhi.
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