A statement of Aryans issued here said that Prof Kataria, who passed away at the age of 76 on March 26, 2025, in Chandigarh, was remembered for his lifelong contribution to the field of education and community service

'We must remain united and vigilant and not allow communal forces to exploit these moments to push their divisive agenda of further disempowering and marginalising our community,' she added

There was no loss of human life in the area