He was very particular in getting his membership of CPI renewed every year and did so this year as well and was a regular member of the party at the time of his death, it said.
"Comrade Hangal was a committed social and political activist who withstood the onslaught of Shiv Sena for his political and social views.
"Shiv Sena had attempted to impose a ban on his film career. Though it affected his earnings and livings, he did not compromise," Communist Party of India said in a condolence message.
"The Central Secretariat of the CPI condoles the death of this devoted party comrade and film artiste and sends heartfelt condolences to his son, Vijay and millions of his admirers," it said.
"He used to participate actively in all campaigns launched by CPI. He used to regularly take part in party
