The North News
New Delhi/Chandigarh, May 29
Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has condoled passing of Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa. “He was a towering statesman with great wisdom and an unwavering commitment to public service. He always had a grassroots level connect with Punjab, its people and culture”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote in his post on X. “The passing of Shri Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa Ji is a major loss to our nation. He was a towering statesman with great wisdom and an unwavering commitment to public service. He always had a grassroots level connect with Punjab, its people and culture. He championed issues like rural development, social justice and all-round growth,” the Prime Minister said. “He always worked to make our social fabric even stronger. I had the privilege of knowing him for many years, interacting closely on various issues. My thoughts are with his family and supporters in this sad hour,” the Prime Minister added.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann also mourned the sad demise of Dhindsa, who passed away at a private hospital in Mohali this evening. He was 89 and is survived by his wife, son, and two daughters. In his condolence message, the Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the senior Akali leader and former Union Minister, acknowledging his relentless efforts for the welfare of the people. Extending his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, relatives, and friends, the Chief Minister prayed to the Almighty to give eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to family members for bearing this irreparable loss.
