PM Modi condoles demise of MP Governor Lalji Tandon; recalls his efforts for BJP in UP

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday condoled death of Mhya Presh Governor Lalji Tandon who passed away earlier in morning. PM Modi said Lalji Tandon will be remembered for his "untiring efforts" to serve society. Narendra Modi also said that Tandon played a key role in strengning BJP in Uttar Presh. Taking to Twitter, PM Modi said he me a mark as an effective ministrator who always giving importance of public welfare.

'Anguished by his passing away'

Governor's demise was announced by his son Ashutosh Tandon on Twitter. Tandon, 85, was mitted to Medanta Hospital on June 11 due to breathing problems, among or complaints.

Many or politicians have expressed ir grief over death of veteran politician. Rajnath Singh tweeted that Tandon was popular among karyakartas (workers) and was committed towards development. He also ded that Tandon’s dedication towards public service can be seen in developmental work he h undertaken for people of Lucknow and Uttar Presh.

RE | Lalji Tandon's condition serious but under control: Hospital

RE | Lucknow: MP Governor Lalji Tandon's relative to be allowed to sit at his hospital room

Lalji Tandon assumed post of Mhya Presh Governor in July 2019, replacing Anandiben Patel. He was elected a Lok Sabha MP from Lucknow - a seat held by BJP veteran and former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee in 2009 (and held it till 2014). A BJP leer, Tandon h also been a part of Uttar Presh Legislative Council for two terms as well as a member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) for three terms. He was also a minister in Uttar Presh cabinet under CM Mayawati and CM Kalyan Singh. In 2018, he was appointed as Governor of Bihar.

RE | Mhya Presh Governor Lalji Tandon passes away in Lucknow hospital

RE | Lalji Tandon is recovering slowly, his condition stable