Senior journalist K Govindan Kutty passes away

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Senior journalist K Govindan Kutty passed away. He had held senior editorial posts in PIB, Indian Express, and India Today. He was a radio journalist for 10 years. He has authored 10 books in English and Malayalam. An Intimate Story, life of T N Seshan, who made a difference to electioneering made waves. His Malayalam book Kalakshepam (Time Pass) and stories of late biscuit businessman Rajan Pillai, late finance minister K M Mani and former chief minister K Karunakaran also won critical acclaim.

He leaves behind his wife Saradamony and a son and daughter. All are in America.

He has reported news stories that were discussed at the national and state levels. His reporting on the accident that occurred during a flight with the then Prime Minister Morarji Desai had gained attention.