About Balraj Puri
Lived 1928 – 2014 (aged 86). Balraj Puri was an Indian journalist and writer.
Awards and recognition
Puri was conferred the Padma Bhushan in 2005, one of India's highest civilian honors, in Literature and Education. On 31 October 2009 he was honoured with Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration at Delhi by the then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Singh described Puri's book Kashmir towards Insurgency as a primer for anybody trying to understand the intricacies of Kashmir issue. Singh also remarked Balraj Puri's life has been one of selfless service to the society and to our country. It has been a life dedicated to the cause of promoting peace, good-will and communal harmony. It has been a life spent in building bridges between regions and communities.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Balraj Puri?
Indian journalist
When was Balraj Puri born?
Balraj Puri was born on 5 August 1928 in Jammu.
When did Balraj Puri die?
Balraj Puri died on 30 August 2014.
What was Balraj Puri's occupation?
Balraj Puri was a journalist and writer.
What nationality was Balraj Puri?
Balraj Puri was Indian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Balraj Puri. https://biography.guide/balraj-puri/
MLA: "Balraj Puri." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/balraj-puri/.
Chicago: "Balraj Puri." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/balraj-puri/.
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