Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, December 21 –
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, along with his wife Dr. Sudesh Dhankhar, visited Teja Kheda Farm in Chautala, Sirsa district, on Saturday to attend the last rites of former Haryana CM Om Prakash Chautala. The couple paid their respects to the late leader’s mortal remains.
During the ceremony, Dhankhar fondly reflected on his personal relationship with Chautala. “I had spoken to Chaudhary Sahab only five days ago. He expressed concern about my health, which deeply touched me,” he said. He continued, “It was 29 years ago, with the blessings of Tau Devi Lal, that Chaudhary sahab took me under his wing, helped me get elected to the 9th Lok Sabha, and appointed me as a Minister. I will never forget his support. I always sought his blessings, especially when I became Governor.”
Recalling a personal memory, Dhankhar shared how Chautala, despite his prominent political career, always remained dedicated to the welfare of farmers and rural development. “Chaudhary Sahab’s legacy is not defined by his political titles, but by his unwavering commitment to farmers and villages.