Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya expresses grief over the demise of former Chief Minister Shri Om Prakash Chautala

Chandigarh, December 20, 2024: Haryana Governor Shri Bandaru Dattatraya has expressed profound sorrow and grief over the demise of former Haryana Chief Minister Shri Om Prakash Chautala. In his condolence message, Shri Dattatraya described Shri Chautala as a seasoned politician and a visionary leader who dedicated his life to the service of the people of Haryana.

“Shri Om Prakash Chautala ji’s contributions to the development of Haryana and his commitment to the welfare of its people particularly “Kisan” will always be remembered. His demise is a great loss to the state and its people,” said Shri Dattatraya. Recalling his personal experience with Shri Chautala ji, Shri Dattatraya said: “When I was Union Urban Development Minister, Shri Chautala ji was the CM of Haryana. He met me regarding the development of NCR.” “During the meeting of NCR Development Board, Shri Chautala ji, who was also a member, used to share his valuable insights and vision about the region’s all-round development.”

“Despite age, Shri Chautala ji was active in public life. Only recently I met his son Shri Abhay Chautala ji at Raj Bhavan. I inquired about Shri Chautala ji’s health and conveyed my best wishes to him. Shri Dattatraya spoke to Shri Abhay Chautala today and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for strength to help them endure this irreparable loss. “May the departed soul rest in eternal peace,” said Shri Dattatraya.