Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal yesterday hailed veteran journalist Kuldip Nayar, saying his death was a "great loss" to the nation as he was one of the strongest voices for press freedom and democratic rights, "especially in today's atmosphere".

Nayar (95) died at a private hospital here around 12:30 am today. Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia were among the dignitaries who attended his funeral at the Lodhi Crematorium here. "He was one of the strongest voices for press freedom and democratic rights, especially in today's atmosphere. It is a great loss to the nation. His absence will be sorely felt," the chief minister told PTI.