New Delhi, Oct. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday paid heartfelt tributes to Goa's Agriculture Minister and former Chief Minister Ravi Naik, who passed away today due to a cardiac arrest at the age of 79.

PM Modi described Naik as an experienced administrator and dedicated public servant who significantly contributed to Goa's development.

"Saddened by the passing away of Shri Ravi Naik Ji, Minister in the Goa Government. He will be remembered as an experienced administrator and dedicated public servant who enriched Goa's development trajectory. He was particularly passionate about empowering the downtrodden and marginalised. My thoughts are with his family and supporters in this hour of grief. Om Shanti," PM Modi said in a post...