Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief on the demise of veteran hindi poet Kedarnath Singh. 

PM said, " Deeply sad on demise of  great poet- writer Kedarnath Singh. He gave space to emotions of public life in his poetry. He will always be an inspiration for literature world and general people."    

Kedarnath Singh was also awarded with Jnanpith Award in 2013.  He was known for his literary works including "Abhi Bilkul Abhi", "Jameen Pak Rahi Hai"and "Akaal mein Saaras".

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