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Ailing for quite some time , Goa Chief Minister 63 – year-old Manohar Parrikar finally succumbed to pancreatic cancer. The four time Chief minister was also a former Defence minister. He was unwell since february 2018 .
Centre has announced national mourning on March 18. State funeral will be accorded to him.
National Flag will fly at half-mast in the National Capital and capitals of States and UTs
As soon as Parrikar’s death came in leaders across party lines paid their rich tributes . President Ram Nath Kovind was the first to Tweet
Extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa, after an illness borne with fortitude and dignity. An epitome of integrity and dedication in public life, his service to the people of Goa and of India will not be forgotten #PresidentKovind
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 17, 2019
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Shri Manohar Parrikar was the builder of modern Goa. Thanks to his affable personality and accessible nature, he remained the preferred leader of the state for years. His pro-people policies ensured Goa scales remarkable heights of progress.
— Chowkidar Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2019
Arun Jaitley, Union Finance Minister
Saddened to know about the demise of senior BJP leader Shri Manohar Parrikar ji, Chief Minister of Goa. He always led by example in his public life & was loved by masses. He will be missed by everyone of us. May God render peace to the departed soul. Om Shanti ॐ शान्ति
— Chowkidar Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) March 17, 2019
Rahul Gandhi, Congress president
I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Goa CM, Shri Manohar Parrikar Ji, who bravely battled a debilitating illness for over a year.
Respected and admired across party lines, he was one of Goa’s favourite sons.
My condolences to his family in this time of grief.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) March 17, 2019
Shashi Tharoor, Congress MP
Mourning the loss of Manohar Parrikar, a rare IIT graduate in politics who was widely admired for his simplicity & straightforwardness. Wishing his family strength & peace at this time of grief.
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) March 17, 2019
Omar Abdullah, Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister
My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & colleagues of #ManoharParrikar Sahib. His untimely demise has left a void that will be difficult to fill. May his soul rest in peace.
— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) March 17, 2019
Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal Chief Minister
Saddened at the passing away of Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar ji. He patiently endured his illness. Condolences to his family and his admirers
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) March 17, 2019
Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister
Deeply saddened and pained by the demise of my dear friend & Chief Minister of Goa, Shri Manohar Parrikar. He was known for his honesty, integrity and simplicity. He served the nation and the state of Goa with great diligence. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family.
— Chowkidar Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) March 17, 2019
Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi Chief Minister
Extremely saddened at the news of passing away of Goa CM Sh Manohar Parrikar ji. A symbol of simplicity in politics who led a humble life is no longer with us. May his family bear the irreparable loss with courage. Prayers with them
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) March 17, 2019
