Former Defence Minister Jaswant Singh Passes Away

Former defence minister and BJP senior leader Jaswant Singh, who had been in coma for the last six years, passed away on Sunday morning. In 2014, he was admitted to the Army (Research and Referral) Hospital in Delhi following a severe head injury at his residence.

He was 82. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh condoled the death of Jaswant Singh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to offer his condolences to Jaswant Singh’s family and said: “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,” PM Narendra Modi tweeted.

“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,” PM Modi said in another tweet.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Twitter, said, “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.”

“Shri Jaswant Singh ji would be remembered for his intellectual capabilities and stellar record in service to the nation. He also played a key role in strengthening the BJP in Rajasthan. Condolences to his family and supporters in this sad hour. Om Shanti,” Rajnath Singh said in another tweet.