New Delhi, Dec. 12 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed his condolences on the passing of former union Minister Shivraj Patil, describing him as an experienced leader who dedicated his life to public service.
"Saddened by the passing of Shri Shivraj Patil Ji. He was an experienced leader, having served as MLA, MP, union Minister, Speaker of the Maharashtra Assembly as well as the Lok Sabha during his long years in public life," PM Modi said in a post on his X handle.
"He was passionate about contributing to the welfare of society. I have had many interactions with him over the years, the most recent one being when he came to my residence a few months ago. My thoughts are with his family in this sad hour. Om Shanti," the Pri...