New Delhi: Former Union minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stalwart Jaswant Singh passed away on Sunday at age 82. Expressing his condolences, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said, “Jaswant Singh Ji served our nation diligently, first as a soldier and later during his long association with politics.
During Atal Ji’s Government, he handled crucial portfolios and left a strong mark in the worlds of finance, defence and external affairs. Saddened by his demise.””Jaswant Singh Ji will be remembered for his unique perspective on matters of politics and society. He also contributed to the strengthening of the BJP. I will always remember our interactions. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti.”
He added, “Spoke to Shri Manvendra Singh and expressed condolences on the unfortunate demise of Shri Jaswant Singh Ji. True to his nature, Jaswant Ji fought his illness with immense courage for the last six years. “Born on January 3, 1938, Jaswant Singh was a retired officer of the Indian Army. He was one of the founding members of the BJP. He was also one of the longest-serving Parliamentarians.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also expressed pain on the passing of the former Union minister. “Deeply pained by the passing away of veteran BJP leader & former Minister, Shri Jaswant Singh ji. He served the nation in several capacities including the charge of Raksha Mantri. He distinguished himself as an effective Minister and Parliamentarian.”
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