Jaswant Singh died today at 6:55 am after cardiac arrest in a Delhi hospital.
New Delhi:
Veteran BJP leader LK Advani today mourned the death of former union minister Jaswant Singh, who passed away this morning in Delhi. “He was not only one of my closest colleagues in my party, but also a very dear friend,” LK Advani said, remembering Jaswant Singh, one of the country’s longest-serving MPs and a key aide to the former prime minister. Minister Atal. Bihari Vajypayee.
“I am speechless as I mourn the passing of Shri Jaswant Singh Hee. Jaswant ji was a prominent parliamentarian, an astute diplomat, a great administrator, and most of all, a patriot. Hailing from Rajasthan, Jaswant Hee he became one of the highest leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party and contributed greatly throughout his active years in the BJP, “said the 92-year-old veteran BJP leader, paying tribute to Mr. Singh.
Jaswant Singh died at 6:55 am today after cardiac arrest at Delhi Army Hospital (Investigation and Referral) where he was admitted in June. He had served as Indian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Defense Minister and Finance Minister.
“As a member of the Vajpayee Government, he uniquely and skillfully handled the three most important Foreign Affairs, Defense and Finance portfolios. While handling tenacious affairs during those six years, a very special bond was formed between Atalji, Jaswant Hee and myself, “LK Advani said in a statement.
“As a person, Jaswant Hee He was a true gentleman and will be remembered as a soft-spoken, erudite, and kind-hearted person. He was known for his sharp and analytical mind and was respected by people from across the political spectrum. Like me, Jaswant Hee He was also a great lover of books and we often shared notes on this common interest. I appreciate my long association with him in public life and the shared bond between our families, “read the tribute.
“His passing is a great loss to the nation and personally. May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to Sheetal Hee, Manvendra Singh, Bhupendra Singh and all the other members of his family, “said LK Advani, mentioning the grieving family.
Jaswant Singh won four Lok Sabha elections and was a member of the Rajya Sabha for five terms. I had no RSS experience. But his closeness to Atal Bihari Vajyapee and LK Advani ensured that their talents were recognized.
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