New Delhi, March 17 -- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday expressed his profound condolences on the passing of former Union Minister Debendra Pradhan and said that his vision and leadership shaped the party and inspired generations.

"Deeply saddened by the passing of Debendra Pradhan Ji, former Union MoS and father of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Ji. A founding pillar of BJP in Odisha, he was a true statesman and a leader of the masses. His vision and leadership profoundly shaped the party and inspired generations," Gadkari posted on X.

"My heartfelt condolences to Dharmendra Ji and his family in this moment of grief. May God grant them strength and peace during this difficult time. Om Shanti," he added.

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