Renowned TV reporter Kamal Khan died of a massive heart attack early Friday morning. He was 61.
The family members said Kamal complained of chest pain at around 0400 hours and he was rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Khan was associated with NDTV for the past several years and was known for his reporting skills on different issues.
He is survived by his wife and a son.
UP Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav, Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati and UP Congress president Ajay Kumar Lallu were among many dignitaries who expressed condolences over the sudden demise of Kamal Khan.