Modi, Shah condole demise of UP Minister Vijay Kashyap

Expressing grief over the demise of Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Uttar Pradesh Minister Vijay Kashyap, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted that he was sad and added that Kashyap was always devoted to public welfare. Kashyap represented Charthawal constituency in UP Assembly.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday expressed condolences on the demise of Uttar Pradesh Minister Vijay Kashyap. PM Modi said the Bharatiya Janata Party leader was devoted to public welfare.

"Sad to hear about the passing away of BJP leader and Uttar Pradesh Minister Vijay Kashyap. He was a grassroot level leader and was always devoted to public welfare. My condolences to his family and supporters in this moment of grief. Om Shanti!", tweeted PM Modi.

Minister Vijay Kashyap died from coronavirus at Gurgaon's Medanta hospital on Tuesday.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that BJP leader Vijay Kashyap was dedicated to the organisation and will always remain in our memories.

"The death of Vijay Kashyap , senior leader of UP and a Minister in the Government of Uttar Pradesh, is very sad. He will always be remembered for his dedication to public service and the party. My condolences to his family and supporters. God bless the family. Om Shanti", tweeted Amit Shah.

Bharatiya Janata Party National President Jagat Prakash Nadda too expressed grief and tweeted, "The untimely demise of Uttar Pradesh Minister Vijay Kashyap is an irreparable loss for the BJP. He was a devoted party worker. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family."

"The death of my colleague and Revenue Minister Vijay Kashyap is saddening. May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to the family", tweeted Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "My heartfelt tribute to Vijay Kashyap. His dedication to the party and the organization will always remain in our memory. May God give peace to the departed soul and give strength to the family to bear the loss. Om Shanti."

Vijay Kumar Kashyap was a member of the 17th Legislative Assembly of Uttar Pradesh representing the Charthawal assembly constituency.

(ANI)