Jammu, April 14 -- The passing away of Sh. J. S. Pardesi marks not merely the loss of an individual, but the end of a luminous era in the cultural and broadcasting landscape of Jammu. A senior, versatile writer, poet, commentator, and an iconic voice of Akashvani Jammu-fondly remembered from the days of Radio Kashmir Jammu-Pardesi ji's departure has left a void that words can scarcely fill.

A man of rare humility and profound knowledge, Sh. Pardesi was not just a broadcaster; he was an institution in himself. His association with Akashvani Jammu spanned decades, during which he nurtured and mentored countless young broadcasters, particularly in rural and agriculture-based programming. His deep understanding of grassroots realities and hi...