Shashi Tharoor @ShashiTharoor
This is a devastating loss. Just a few months ago he sent me the draft of his brilliant new historical play. He was at the peak of his creative talent. Profound condolences to his devoted wife Saras & brilliant son @rkarnad. A flame has been extinguished that lit up so many minds — PolitiTweet.org
Hindustan Times @htTweets
#NewsAlert | Girish Karnad, Jnanpith award-winning playwright and actor, dies at 81 https://t.co/paEtL1HjdG