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Played a pivotal role in Himachal Pradesh: PM Modi condoles Virbhadra Singh’s death

He was diagnosed with Covid-19 infection on April 13 and was taken to Max Hospital in Mohali. Singh, who is a nine-time MLA and five-time member of Parliament, was Himachal Pradesh’s chief minister for six terms.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the demise of former  Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh.

Taking to Twitter, PM Modi wrote, “Virbhadra Singh had a long political career, with rich administrative and legislative experience. He played a pivotal role in Himachal Pradesh and served the people of the state. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and supporters.”

Himachal declares three-day state mourning to condole Virbhadra Singh’s demise

Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Congress leader Virbhadra Singh passed away in the early hours of Thursday after battling prolonged illness. He was 87.

Medical Superintendent Dr Janak Raj, Indira Gandhi Medical College, and Hospital (IGMC), Shimla informed that Singh was under treatment at the hospital. He was diagnosed with Covid-19 infection on April 13 and was taken to Max Hospital in Mohali. Singh, who is a nine-time MLA and five-time member of Parliament, was Himachal Pradesh’s chief minister for six terms.