Recalling the "outstanding journalistic services" rendered by Mehta during his long professional career, the Chief Minister described him as a fearless and upright journalist who discharged his duties with utmost dedication, sincerity and professional commitment to pursue the ultimate goal of freedom of press in true spirit.
He said that in the death of Mehta a void has been created in the journalistic fraternity which was difficult to be filled in near future.
"In the death of Mehta, we have lost an outstanding professional who was ever committed to uphold the glorious traditions of Press as fourth pillar of the Democracy," said Badal.
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