Chacha Chaudhary Digest - 3

Pran Kumar Sharma popularly known as Pran was a renowned Indian cartoonist and comic book creator. He was born on August 15 1938 in Kasur Punjab British India and passed away on August 6 2014 in Mumbai India.<br>Pran is best known for creating the iconic Indian comic book character Chacha Chaudhary. Chacha Chaudhary a middle-aged man with a red turban and a white mustache was known for his wit intelligence and problem-solving abilities. The character quickly became a household name and was published in numerous languages across India.<br>Prans career as a cartoonist began in the 1960s when he started working for the Delhi-based newspaper Milap. He later worked for other publications including the Blitz and the Indian Express. In 1971 he started his own comic book series which included characters such as Shrimatiji Billoo and Pinki. These characters became extremely popular among Indian children and adults alike.<br>In recognition of his contributions to Indian comics Pran was awarded numerous accolades including the Padma Shri in 1999 the fourth-highest civilian award in India. He was also the first Indian cartoonist to be awarded a lifetime achievement award by the Indian government.<br>Prans legacy as a cartoonist and comic book creator lives on today through his characters and the countless readers who continue to enjoy his work. His impact on Indian popular culture is immeasurable and he will always be remembered as one of the most beloved cartoonists in Indias history.