Rajinder Puri
Indian cartoonist and journalist
Born
September 20th, 1934
91 years ago
Died
2015
10 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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A prominent cartoonist and journalist, contributed to Indian media with a focus on political satire and social commentary. Worked with several publications, including 'The Hindustan Times' and 'The Indian Express'. Active in political activism, utilized cartoons as a medium to critique government policies and societal issues. His work resonated with many during various political events in India.
Created impactful political cartoons
Contributed to major Indian newspapers
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