Anil Biswas
Indian journalist and politician
Born
1944
81 years ago
Died
March 26th, 2006
19 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
India
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A prominent journalist and politician in India. Played a significant role in the Communist Party of India (Marxist). Contributed to various publications and served as the state secretary of the party in West Bengal. Advocated for press freedom and political reforms. Engaged in social issues through journalism and political work.
Served as the state secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) in West Bengal
Advocated for press freedom and political reforms
Contributed to various significant publications
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