Former Union Minister, who tested positive for coronavirus, passes away
Dilip Gandhi Death News: Former Union Minister and BJP leader Dilip Gandhi, who tested positive for coronavirus, passed away on Wednesday morning.
The 70-year-old BJP leader Dilip Gandhi had tested positive for coronavirus and was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the national capital.
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Meanwhile, the former Union Minister Suresh Prabhu took to Twitter to express his grief.
"Very sad to know about unfortunate passing away of my dear friend, the former colleague in Lok Sabha Shri Dilip Gandhi, who was always active, represented the people of Ahmadnagar in Maharashtra very ably. We will always miss him. Condolences to his family," Prabhu wrote while reacting to the news of Dilip Gandhi's death.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote: "Saddened by the demise of former MP and Minister Shri Dilip Gandhi Ji. He will be remembered for his rich contributions to community service and helping the poor. He made numerous efforts to strengthen the BJP in Maharashtra. Condolences to his family and supporters."
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "Anguished by the demise of former MP and Minister, Shri Dilip Ji. He distinguished himself as an able administrator & Parliamentarian. He worked towards the welfare of farmers & other weaker sections of our society. Condolences to his family and well-wishers. Om Shanti!"
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