Tributes Paid to Former Uttarakhand CM BC Khanduri in Dehradun
VP, CM Dhami pay tribute to ex-Uttarakhand CM BC Khanduri in Dehradun
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Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid tribute to former Chief Minister Major General (Retd.) Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri in Dehradun following his death at 91. The Uttarakhand government declared a three-day state mourning in his honor, with the National Flag at half-mast and government offices closed.
- 01Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri served as Uttarakhand's Chief Minister and was a senior leader in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
- 02A three-day state mourning was declared from May 19 to 21, with government offices closed and the National Flag at half-mast.
- 03Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Khanduri for his contributions to the nation in both military and political spheres.
- 04Khanduri's funeral procession was attended by state officials, including CM Dhami and other BJP leaders.
- 05Dhami described Khanduri's passing as an 'irreparable loss' for both Uttarakhand and national politics.
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Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid floral tributes to Major General (Retd.) Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri, the former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, who passed away at the age of 91. The tribute took place in Dehradun, where Khanduri's mortal remains were taken to the BJP state office on Balbir Road for public homage. The Uttarakhand government declared a three-day state mourning from May 19 to 21, during which government offices will remain closed and the National Flag will fly at half-mast. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences, highlighting Khanduri's invaluable contributions to the nation in both military and political roles. CM Dhami described Khanduri's death as an 'irreparable loss,' emphasizing his lifelong dedication to public service and the nation's interests. The funeral procession was attended by various state officials and BJP leaders, reflecting Khanduri's significant impact on Uttarakhand's development and connectivity.
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The state mourning and closure of government offices allow citizens to honor Khanduri's legacy and reflect on his contributions to Uttarakhand.
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