Son Niketan reached Rishikesh, worshiped for the peace of the soul of actor Pankaj Dheer - prayers were offered for late actor Pankaj Dheer

Son Niketan reached Rishikesh, worship done for the repose of the soul of actor Pankaj Dheer Updated: Fri, 24 Oct 2025 08:20 (IST) Special worship was done at Parmarth Niketan for the repose of the soul of actor Pankaj Dheer, who played the role of Karna in Mahabharata. His son Nikitan Dheer met Swami Chidan and Saraswati and shared his father’s memories. Swami Chidanand Saraswati remembered the contribution of Pankaj Dheer and paid tribute to him and praised his personality. Nikitan Dhir, son of late Pankaj Dhir, reached Parmarth and met Swami Chidanand Saraswati. Jagran Jagran Correspondent, Rishikesh. Late the actor who played the role of Karna in Mahabharata. For the peace of Pankaj Dheer’s soul, the Dheer family performed a special Shanti Puja at Parmarth Niketan. Nikitan Dhir, son of late Pankaj Dhir reached Parmarth Niketan along with his family members to meet Swami Chidan and Saraswati and shared the memories of his father. Remove Advertisement Read Only News Pankaj Dheer’s acting in the role of Karna in the serial Mahabharata has left an indelible mark in the hearts of the audience. Along with this, her role in many other popular series was highly appreciated. Parmarth Niketan President Swami Chidan and Saraswati shared condolences with the Dheer family. He said that artists not only perform but are also symbols of society and culture. Pankaj Dheer presented the message of culture, loyalty and respect through Indian serials and films with his dedicated efforts and excellent skills. His contribution not only enriched the world of entertainment but also became a source of inspiration for the coming generations. Nikitan Dheer, while sharing his father’s memories, said that his life was not only limited to acting. He was also an ideal family man, a devoted father and a socially sensitive citizen. Humility, simplicity and hard work were always clearly visible in his life. Pankaj Dheer wanted to keep the depth and liveliness of the characters always alive in the hearts of the audience. Tributes were paid to Pankaj Dheer by remembering his personality, ideals and contribution at Parmarth Niketan.