Mridula Sinha was from Bihar and was associated with the Jana Sangh and then the BJP (File)
New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the death of senior BJP leader and former Goa governor Mridula Sinha and said she was also a proficient writer who had made extensive contributions to the world of literature and culture.
Mridula Sinha, 77, who was from Bihar and was associated with the Jana Sangh and then the BJP, died on Wednesday. She had also served as head of the BJP’s women’s wing.
“Smt. Mridula Sinha Ji will be remembered for her efforts towards public service. She was also a proficient writer, making extensive contributions to the world of literature as well as culture. Anguished by her demise. Condolences to her family and admirers. Om Shanti,” Modi tweeted.
BJP president JP Nadda described her demise as an irreparable loss for the party.
Home Minister Amit Shah said she worked for the nation, society and the party throughout her life, and will also be remembered for her writing.
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