Jaipur: The Rajasthan BJP President, Madan Lal Saini, died today while undergoing treatment for lung infection at AIIMS in Delhi. He was 75.
Saini was the state president of the BJP unit of Rajasthan since last year. He was Rajya Sabha MP while he met his death. A former MLA he was also active in Bharatiya Kisan Morcha.
Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, expressed his sorrow in the death of the veteran leader. In a tweet, Modi said, “The passing away of Shri Madanlal Saini ji is a major loss for the BJP family. He contributed to strengthening the party in Rajasthan. He was widely respected for his congenial nature and community service efforts. My thoughts are with his family and supporters. Om Shanti.”
Union Home Minister and BJP National President said, “I have received the sad news of death of BJP’s senior leader and Rajasthan party chief Shri Madan Lal Sainiji. He served the party at different posts. He was a true ‘jan sevak’ who devoted his life for party and society . He played an important role in strengthening BJP in Rajasthan. Saini’s demise is an irreparable loss for BJP family. I offer my condolences and pray for his soul.”
Rajasthan Chief Minister, Ashok Gehlot said, “Shocked and saddened to hear about the passing away of Sh. Madan Lal Saini ji, President of BJP #Rajasthan. My thoughts and prayers are with his family members. May God give them strength to bear this loss. May his soul rest in peace.”