Sonia, Rahul condole Om Puri’s demise

NEW DELHI, Jan 6:  Congress president Sonia Gandhi and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi today condoled the demise of veteran actor Om Puri.
Remembering Puri, a versatile actor, Ms Gandhi said, ”Om Puri was a gifted actor and socially conscious human being. Indian film industry has lost a pillar.”
In this hour of grief, Ms Gandhi hoped that his family and admirers find peace and strength.
In his condolence message, Mr Gandhi said, ”One of the finest talents of Indian cinema and theatre, Om Puri will live on through the many unforgettable characters he brought to life.” (AGENCIES)