Summary
Mark Tully, a well-known BBC journalist referred to as the "voice of India," has passed away at the age of 90. Tully spent a significant part of his career reporting from India, covering major events like the Bhopal gas tragedy and the demolition of the Babri mosque. He was respected for his deep understanding of India's culture and his efforts to portray the lives of ordinary Indians.
Key Facts
- Mark Tully was a BBC journalist known as the "voice of India."
- He died at the age of 90.
- Tully reported on major events in India, including wars, famines, and riots.
- He covered the Bhopal gas tragedy and the Babri mosque demolition.
- Tully was born in Calcutta, India, in 1935.
- He was fluent in Hindi, which helped him connect with Indians.
- Tully moved to India in 1965 and made it his home.
- He led the BBC's Delhi bureau for over 20 years.
