Senior journalist Payal Mehta passes away; PM, Rahul Gandhi, CMs offer condolences
Mehta was on a visit to Mumbai when she developed uneasiness early in the morning. She was rushed to a hospital, where she later passed away.
Senior journalist Payal Mehta, 46, has passed away in Mumbai. According to reports, Mehta developed uneasiness on Saturday night and was rushed to a hospital at around 2 a.m. However, doctors found that she had no pulse before treatment could be administered.
Mehta worked with CNN-News18. Her sudden passing has left colleagues, friends, and members of the political and media fraternity deeply shocked.
Several prominent figures have paid tribute to Mehta, including Prime Minister Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Chief Ministers, although details of their tributes are not available. Actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut and Former Union Cabinet Minister Smriti Irani also expressed their grief over Mehta's untimely demise.
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