President Murmu condoles demise of ex-Kerala CM Oommen Chandy

Chandy, 79, passed away in Bengaluru in the early hours of July 18, his family said.

President Droupadi Murmu. Credit: PTI File Photo

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday condoled the demise of former Kerala chief minister Oommen Chandy and said his impact on the national political space will always be remembered.

Chandy, 79, passed away in Bengaluru in the early hours of Tuesday, his family said.

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"In the demise of former Kerala Chief Minister Shri Oommen Chandy Ji, the country has lost an eminent personality who was dedicated to serving the people. His contribution to the progress of Kerala and his impact on the national political space will always be remembered. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the members of his family and his countless followers," Murmu tweeted.

In the demise of former Kerala Chief Minister Shri Oommen Chandy Ji, the country has lost an eminent personality who was dedicated to serving the people. His contribution to the progress of Kerala and his impact on the national political space will always be remembered. I convey…

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