Pandit Sarwanand Koul who translated Shri Bhagwad Geeta into Kashmiri Verse was killed by putting nail on his head by Kashmiri Jihadis
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Written by Col. Tej K Tikoo
Excerpts of author’s book-Kashmir-Its Aborigines and Their Exodus, with his permission.
The horrific death of Shri Sarwanand Koul ‘Premi’ and his son, Virinder Koul, aged 64 and 28 respectively, was unbelievable. The former was a much loved and respected poet and a scholar who had contributed immensely to the enriching of Kashmiri literature. One of his much acclaimed contributions was a translation of Bhagvad Geeta into Kashmiri verse. He was a true secularist, whose poems were a reflection of genuine Kashmiriyat. Collection of books in his library too reflected his true beliefs; liberal, non-sectarian outlook on life.
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