India News | AP Guv, CM Express Grief over Death of Lalji Tandon

Amaravati(AP), July 21 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Governor Biswabhusan Harichandan and Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed deep shock and sorrow over the demise of Madhya Pradesh Governor Lalji Tandon on Tuesday.

In a statement, Harichandan recalled the services of Tandon as leader ofUttar Pradesh Legislative Council for two terms, member of the Assembly for three terms and as a Minister in the UP government.

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The Governor said Tandon also served as a member in the 15th Lok Sabha.

As Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Tandon would be remembered for the initiatives taken to streamline academic activities of state universities, Harichandan said.

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He offered condolences to members of the bereaved family.

The Chief Minister, in a separate message, expressed his grief over Tandons demise and said the latter had a long innings in public life in UP politics.

Jagan extended his condolences to the bereaved family members.

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