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Singhal's demise is 'deep personal loss: PM Modi

New Delhi:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi today condoled the death of VHP leader Ashok Singhal, whom he described as a “force behind several noble deeds and social work”, and said his demise was a “deep

PTI Updated on: November 17, 2015 17:20 IST
singhal s demise is deep personal loss pm modi
singhal s demise is deep personal loss pm modi

New Delhi:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi today condoled the death of VHP leader Ashok Singhal, whom he described as a “force behind several noble deeds and social work”, and said his demise was a “deep personal loss” for him.

“The demise of Ashok Singhal ji is a deep personal loss.  He was an institution in himself, whose life was centred around serving the nation,” he tweeted.  

“Ashok Singhal ji was the force behind several noble deeds & social work, which benefitted the poor. He is an inspiration for generations,” Modi said in another tweet.  The Prime Minister added, “I was always fortunate to receive Ashok ji's blessings & guidance. My condolences to his family & countless supporters.”

Singhal, who rose to prominence playing a leading role in the Ram Janambhoomi movement in the late eighties and afterwards, died today at a private hospital at the age of 89.

 

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