BJP Calls Off Election Meet After Parrikars Death

Preeti Sigh 4184 17 Mar, 2019

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All official programmes of the Bharatiya Janata Party, including the Central Election Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, have been cancelled following the death of Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar. Mr Parrikar, 63, died on Sunday evening after a prolonged battle with cancer. "Demise of Manohar Parrikar ji has left a big void. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family. He was a leader known for his simplicity, integrity and unwavering commitment to serve people. The way he discharged his duties till his last breath will inspire generations," BJP tweeted. The state of Goa will also be observing seven-day mourning to grieve the loss of late chief minister. "As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, seven days'' State Mourning will be observed throughout the state of Goa from March, 18 to March 24, both days inclusive. During the period of State Mourning, the National Flag will fly at Half Mast on all the buildings throughout the state of Goa where it is regularly flown and there will be no official entertainment," an official statement said.