Mumbai, 15 May (HS): Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath

Shinde and Sunetra Pawar have condoled the death of renowned psychiatrist and

writer Dr Anand Nadkarni.

Shinde in his condolence message said Dr Nadkarni

was not only a psychiatrist, but also a renowned writer who authored more than

17 books, a poet and acted as consultant for many drama and films. He was also

a singer and table player. Dr Nadkarni was the founder of the Institute for

Psychological Health in Thane and served the society with proper understanding

of their social life.

Sunetra Pawar called Dr Nadkarni a social thinker

and psychiatrist. He established Muktangan De-addiction Centre to serve the

society. His life is an inspiration for the young generation. May the almighty

help his family members the strength to bear the loss.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar