Eminent educationist and DAV College management committee president G. P. Chopra passed away in the Capital on Wednesday. He was 91.
Mr. Chopra was a student of English literature and started his career as lecturer in Murray College, now in Pakistan.
After Partition, he joined Hans Raj College and served as Principal until he retired.
The college remained closed on Thursday as a mark of respect for him.
Mr. Chopra is credited with the establishment of numerous schools and colleges in remote areas across the country.
Mr. Chopra was also awarded the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan.
