Meena Sagar breaks silence on ‘false information’ being spread regarding her husband Vidyasagar's death

Meena Sagar’s husband Vidyasagar passed away on Wednesday, June 29, due to lung-related ailments. When the unfortunate news first came out, the reason for Vidyasagar’s untimely demise was reported to be Covid-19, which he had contracted in March.

On Friday, July 1, Meena took to her Instagram to request her fans as well as media to stop spreading ‘false information’ about the cause of her husband’s death. The veteran actress also requested privacy and appealed to everyone to sympathise with the situation.

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of my loving husband Vidya Sagar. I sincerely request all media to respect our privacy and sympathise this situation. Please stop further broadcast of any false information on this matter,” she wrote.

Further, expressing her gratitude to those who stood by her side, Meena added, “During these difficult times, I want to express my gratitude to all those good hearts who helped and stood with our family. I would like to thank all the Medical Team who tried their best, our Chief Minister, Health Minister, Radhakrishnan IAS, Colleagues, Friends, Family, Media & My loving fans for sending love and prayers. Thank You, Meena Sagar.”

Earlier, actress, producer and politician Khushbu Sundar had also urged the media to report Vidyasagar's death responsibly.

"I very humbly request the media to be (a) little responsible. Meena's husband had Covid three months back. Covid worsened his lung condition. Please do not send out a wrong message and create any kind of fear or cause flutter by saying we lost Sagar to Covid. Yes we need to cautious, but please,” wrote Khushbu on her social media handle.

Meena and Vidyasagar tied the knot in June 2009 and have a daughter named Nainika.