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Maha: Veteran interpreter of Indian epics Daji Panshikar passes away at 92

Mumbai, Jun 7 (UNI) Daji Panshikar, a distinguished scholar and author renowned for his profound interpretations of Indian epics, passed away at his residence in neighbouring Thane city of Maharashtra, following a brief illness.
He was 92, family sources said here on Saturday.
Panshikar devoted over 50 years to the study and dissemination of Hindu scriptures, including the "Ramayana" and "Mahabharata" as well as the works of saint-poets. Throughout his career, he delivered more than 2,500 lectures, both in India and internationally. For 16 consecutive years, he contributed regularly as a columnist to the Marathi daily "Saamana".
Among his acclaimed works are titles such as "Mahabharata: Ek Sudacha Pravas", "Karna: Khara Kon Thota?", "Kathamrut", "Kanikaniti" and the five-part series "Unfamiliar Ramayana".
In addition to his literary pursuits, Panshikar served as the manager of 'Natyasampada Natya Sanstha', a theatre organisation founded by his elder brother, the celebrated actor Prabhakar Panshikar. He collaborated closely with luminaries from literature, music, theatre and film.
He is survived by his wife, two daughters, a son and other family members. His last rites was performed this morning at Jawahar Bagh crematorium in Thane West, which was attended by a large number of people.
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