Keshari Nath Tripathi Dies: PM Narendra Modi Condoles Death of Senior BJP Leader and Former Speaker of Uttar Pradesh
Tripathi had also served as Governor of West Bengal. He was the Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly and the state chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Lucknow, January 8: Senior BJP leader and former Speaker of UP Legislative Assembly, Keshari Nath Tripathi, passed away at 88 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Sunday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on his demise.
Taking to Twitter, he wrote, "Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi Ji was respected for his service and intellect. He was well versed in Constitutional matters. He played a key role in building BJP in UP and worked hard for the state's progress. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti." Keshari Nath Tripathi Dies: Senior BJP Leader and Former West Bengal Governor Passes Away at 88.
PM Narendra Modi Condoles Death of Keshari Nath Tripathi:
Mourning his death, UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath tweeted: "The demise of respected Keshari Nath Tripathi, Senior Politician, Senior Member of BJP Parivar is very sad. May Lord Shri Ram give the departed pious soul a place in his holy feet and strength to the bereaved family members to bear this sorrow. Om Shanti!". Laxman Jagtap Dies: PM Narendra Modi Condoles Passing Away of Maharashtra BJP MLA, Says ‘He Made Great Contribution to Public Welfare’.
Tripathi had also served as Governor of West Bengal. He was the Speaker of the Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly and the state chief of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
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