New Delhi, July 1 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday mourned the passing of celebrated theatre director and actor Vijaya Mehta, remembering her as a cultural luminary whose pioneering work in modern Marathi theatre left an enduring impact on Indian performing arts and inspired generations of artists.
In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister hailed Mehta's extraordinary contribution to theatre and cinema, saying her creativity and unwavering pursuit of artistic excellence had earned her a place among the country's most respected cultural figures.
"Deeply saddened by the passing of Smt. Vijaya Mehta Ji. She will be remembered as one of the towering personalities of culture and cinema," Modi said.
Recalling her pio...