India, Oct. 1 -- The political landscape of Delhi lost one of its tallest figures on Tuesday with the passing of Vijay Kumar Malhotra, a veteran parliamentarian, academician, and the founding president of the Delhi Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

The 94-year-old leader had been undergoing treatment for age-related ailments at AIIMS.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his death in a post on X.

"Shri Vijay Kumar Malhotra Ji distinguished himself as an outstanding leader, who had a very good understanding of people's issues. He played a vital role in strengthening our Party in Delhi. He is also remembered for his Parliamentary interventions. Pained by his passing away. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."

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