Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, December 20-
Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya has expressed profound sorrow and grief over the demise of former Haryana CM Om Prakash Chautala. In his condolence message, Dattatraya described Sh. Chautala as a seasoned politician and a visionary leader who dedicated his life to the service of the people of Haryana.
“Sh. 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 Sh. Dattatraya. Recalling his personal experience with Sh. Chautala ji, Sh. Dattatraya said: “When I was Union Urban Development Minister, Sh. Chautala ji was the CM of Haryana. He met me regarding the development of NCR.” “During the meeting of NCR Development Board, Sh. Chautala ji, who was also a member, used to share his valuable insights and vision about the region’s all-round development.”
“Despite age, Sh. Chautala ji was active in public life. Only recently I met his son Sh. Abhay Chautala ji at Raj Bhavan. I inquired about Sh. Chautala ji’s health and conveyed my best wishes to him. Sh. Dattatraya spoke to Sh. 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 Sh. Dattatraya.