Taarak Mehta, Indian columnist, humorist, writer and playwright, who has garnered huge popularity for his column Duniya Ne Undha Chasma in Gujarati language is no more. The noted writer passed away at 87 after prolonged illness.
In 2008 SAB TV began a show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah which draws its content from his column Duniya Ne Undha Chasma. Such has been the content of the show that it has become extremely popular with the masses.
As soon as the news was out on Wednesday morning, condolences poured in from fans as they took to Twitter to show their support.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted;
सुप्रसिद्ध नाटककार और हास्य लेखक तारक मेहता जी को श्रद्धांजलि। उन्होंने जीवन भर व्यंग्य और कलम का साथ नहीं छोड़ा। pic.twitter.com/FRRpA3raYW
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 1, 2017
मुझे तारक मेहता जी से कई बार मिलने का सौभाग्य मिला। जब उन्हें पद्मश्री से सम्मानित किया गया, तब भी उनसे मिलने का अवसर मिला।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 1, 2017
तारक मेहता जी के लेखन में भारत की विविधता में एकता की झलक दिखती है । टप्पू समेत कई किरदार लोगों के दिलों में बस गये।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 1, 2017
Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani tweeted:
Saddened by the death of Tarak Mehta – humorist & columnist. He always brought smile to our faces. My condolences to family members.
— Vijay Rupani (@vijayrupanibjp) March 1, 2017
Other reactions:
Gujarati writer and Padma Shree Tarak Mehta ji passes aways. May his soul rest in peace.
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) March 1, 2017
Tarak Mehta ji will always be remembered for his rich contribution to society and the laughter he gave to millions. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 1, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family & fans of noted humorist & writer Tarak Mehta ji. The Ulta Chashma shall remain etched in our memory!
— Vasundhara Raje (@VasundharaBJP) March 1, 2017
