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  • Kashmir Leaders Condole Parkash Singh Badal’s Demise

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    SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah expressed profound grief over the demise of Patron of Shiromani Akali Dal and former chief minister of Punjab Sardar Parkash Singh Badal.

    In his condolence message, Dr Farooq said, “I am saddened by the news of the demise of former chief minister of Punjab and senior leader Sardar Parkash Singh Badal sahib. In his passing away, the nation has lost an icon, who was admired by millions not just in Punjab but across the country. His pioneering contributions towards the welfare of farmers and other weaker sections of society will be remembered for the years to come. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family and supporters.”

    Omar Abdullah said that Badal was one of the great leaders of independent India.

    “I join my father in condoling the death of Sardar Prakash Singh Badal Sb. Badal Sb was the tallest leader of Punjab & one of the great leaders of independent India. Both my grandfather and father had a very close association with him. His passing is truly the end of an era & he leaves behind a void that will be impossible to fill. May his soul rest in peace.”

    Expressing his grief over Prakash Singh Badal’s demise,  DPAP Chief, Ghulam Nabi Azad said,“Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of Shri Parkash Singh Badal Sahib. Contribution of Badal Sahib to Punjab and India through long years of public service will be always remembered,” Azad tweeted.

    Stating that Badal’s demise is a set back for the entire sikh community, All Parties Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC) expressed  grief and sorrow over the demise of prominent Sikh leader and former chief minister of Punjab Prakash Singh Singh Badal.

    APSCC Chairman Jagmohan Singh Raina said that Badal was always concerned  about the Sikhs living out of Punjab and always reained in  touch with us during 30 years  turmoil in Jammu and Kashmir.

    “Many times he visited personally to us  to inquire about the difficulties faced by Sikhs in Jammu and Kashmir and sent  delegations of Punjab leaders including Sukhbir Singh Badal, Sukhdev Singh Dhinsa  (M.P), Dr.Ajnala and other Party leaders, ministers, MLAs. Though these delegations sent by Mr. Badal from Punjab could not resolve  the issues of sikhs living in Jammu and kashmir but we  remain thankful for showing his concern towards Sikhs living in j&k particularly Kashmir valley, “said Raina.

    APSCC leaders like Ajit Singh Mastana, Principal Naranjan Singh, Hakumat Singh, Dr.Jaipal Singh Bali, Sant Singh, Davinder Singh, ,Indumeet Singh, Gurdayal Singh has expressed  condolences to the people of Punjab and Sikhs living all over the world.

    Former Punjab chief minister and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) patriarch Parkash Singh Badal passed away on Tuesday at the age of 95. Badal was admitted at a hospital in Mohali more than a week ago after he complained of uneasiness while breathing and passed away on April 25.

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    ( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

  • PM Modi, Shah, Kharge condole demise of Parkash Singh Badal

    PM Modi, Shah, Kharge condole demise of Parkash Singh Badal

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    New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and a host of other leaders condoled the demise of former Punjab Chief Minister and Shiromani Akali Dal chief Parkash Singh Badal on Tuesday.

    Badal died late on Tuesday evening. He was 95.

    Condoling his death, Prime Minister Modi tweeted: “Extremely saddened by the passing away of Shri Parkash Singh Badal Ji. He was a colossal figure of Indian politics, and a remarkable statesman who contributed greatly to our nation. He worked tirelessly for the progress of Punjab and anchored the state through critical times.”

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    The Prime Minister added that Badal’s passing away was a personal loss for him.

    “I have interacted closely with him for many decades and learnt so much from him. I recall our numerous conversations, in which his wisdom was always clearly seen. Condolences to his family and countless admirers,” he said further.

    Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted: “The passing away of veteran leader, Shri Parkash Singh Badal Sahab is deeply saddening. His career spanning several decades was dedicated to the welfare of the poor. His demise is an irreparable loss to Indian politics. My heartfelt condolences are with his family and followers.”

    Shah added that he was fortunate to meet Parkash Singh Badal on several occasions.

    “His unparalleled political experience was very helpful in public life and always a delight to listen to. The memories of those meetings will always remain with me,” he said.

    Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said: “Parkash Singh Badal ji was a veteran of Indian politics. Although we differed in our ideologies, he earned immense respect among the people of Punjab for his simplicity and loyalty to his cadre, as he served multiple terms as chief minister. Our deepest condolences to his family.”

    Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also expressed sadness at Badal’s death.

    Describing him as a tall leader of Punjab, Gandhi expressed his condolences to his son Sukhbir Badal and his family.

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    ( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

  • CMs of Telugu states, Tollywood condole Taraka Ratna’s death

    CMs of Telugu states, Tollywood condole Taraka Ratna’s death

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    Hyderabad: Top politicians from both the Telugu states — Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and leading Tollywood personalities have condoled the death of Tollywood actor Nandamuri Taraka Ratna.

    The actor breathed his last at Narayana Institute of Cardiac Sciences in Bengaluru, where he was admitted on January 27 after he had suffered a massive cardiac arrest. He was 39.

    His death plunged the family of legendary actor and former chief minister N.T. Rama Rao into the gloom.

    Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao expressed shock over the actor’s death and conveyed condolences to his family members.

    Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy has expressed grief over the death of Taraka Ratna, grandson of legendary actor and former chief minister N.T. Rama Rao. He conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family members.

    Former chief minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) president N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock and grief over the death of Taraka Ratna. Efforts made to revive Taraka Ratna, prayers of family members, fans, and treatment by the expert doctors did not yield results, said Naidu.

    “Taraka Ratna, who fought with death for 23 days, finally left us and left our family sad,” he said and prayed for his soul to rest in peace.

    The actor had collapsed during the padayatra of Naidu’s son and TDP general secretary Nara Lokesh in Kuppam town of Andhra Pradesh on January 27.

    Taraka Ratna was a cousin of Lokesh and actors Junior NTR and Kalyan Ram.

    Lokesh said he was shocked over the demise of Taraka Ratna. He termed it a huge loss for the family and TDP.

    Taraka Ratna’s paternal uncle and leading actor Balakrishna expressed his shock over the young actor’s death. “I can’t believe that I will never be able to hear the call Bala Babai,” said Balakrishna.

    Megastar K. Chiranjeevi said he was deeply saddened to learn of the tragic premature demise of Taraka Ratna. “Such bright, talented, affectionate young man..gone too soon. Heartfelt condolences to all the family members and fans. May his soul rest in peace,” tweeted Chiranjeevi.

    Top actor Mahesh Babu tweeted that he was shocked and deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Taraka Ratna. “Gone way too soon brother! My thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones during this time of grief,” he wrote.

    Actor and Jana Sena Party leader Pawan Kalyan also condoled the death of Taraka Ratna and conveyed his condolences to family members.

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    ( With inputs from www.siasat.com )