Hyderabad, July 8 -- Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday expressed profound grief over the death of his ardent fan, Niranjan, a native of Warangal, who passed away after battling a prolonged illness.

In a post on social media platform X, Pawan Kalyan said the news of Niranjan's demise had deeply shaken him.

Recalling his recent visit to the youngster's home in Hanamkonda, the Deputy Chief Minister said the moments they shared remained vivid in his memory.

He said Niranjan had waited to meet him despite his severe illness and that the smile on the young boy's face upon seeing him would remain etched in his heart forever.

Pawan Kalyan described Niranjan as a courageous young man whose determination, hope and sel...