Senior journalist and author Sankarshan Thakur dies at 63

Veteran journalist Sankarshan Thakur, editor of The Telegraph whose prowess with words added that extra edge to his analyses and ground reports, died at a Gurgaon hospital on Monday after prolonged illness. He was 63.

Born in Patna in 1962, Thakur was the son of senior journalist Janardhan Thakur. He received his early education at St Xavier’s in Patna and later in Delhi, before earning a degree in political science from Hindu College, Delhi



University.

Thakur, who began his journalism career in 1984 with SUNDAY magazine, is survived by his wife Sona, daughter Jahan and son Ayushman.

He worked in several places, including The Indian Express, Tehelka and The Telegraph in two stints.

Known for his sharp political commentary, empathetic pen and distinctive personal style -- often seen with his trademark upturned shirt collar -- Thakur was a keen chronicler of Indian politics, particularly Bihar.