Writer and filmmaker Geeta Mehta passes away at the age of 80

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Category : Obituaries Published on: September 20 2023

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Famous writer and filmmaker Geeta Mehta passed away at the age of 80.
Geeta Mehta wrote several acclaimed books, including"Karma Cola," "Snakes and Ladders," "A River Sutra," "Raj," and "Eternal Ganesha."
His literary works have been translated into 21 languages and achieved bestseller status in Europe, America and India.
Mehta made significant contributions to the world of television documentaries, producing and directing at least 14 documentaries for UK, European and American networks.
His notable documentary, "Dateline Bangladesh" featured the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 and was screened internationally, including in India.

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Writer and filmmaker Geeta Mehta passes away at the age of 80