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Veteran Congress Leader Kanhu Charan Lenka Passes Away at 86 in Bhubaneswar

Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Kanhu Charan Lenka passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar at the age of 86. He had a distinguished political career spanning decades, serving as a Member of Parliament and holding ministerial portfolios in Agriculture and Railways. Lenka also represented the Choudwar Assembly constituency multiple times in the Odisha Legislative Assembly. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, BJD president Naveen Patnaik, and other leaders have expressed their condolences on his demise.

Key Points: Congress Leader Kanhu Charan Lenka Dies, CM Majhi Condoles

  • Veteran Congress leader dies at 86
  • Former Union Minister and MP
  • Served in Agriculture & Railways ministries
  • Long career in Odisha politics
  • Cross-party condolences pour in
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Congress leader Kanhu Charan Lenka passes away in Bhubaneswar, CM Majhi condoles

Former Union Minister & senior Congress leader Kanhu Charan Lenka passes away at 86 in Bhubaneswar. CM Mohan Majhi, Naveen Patnaik offer condolences.

"I am deeply saddened to hear about the demise of senior leader, former Union Minister and former Member of Parliament, Kanhu Charan Lenka. - Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, Feb 13

Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Kanhu Charan Lenka passed away at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar on Friday. The veteran leader departed at the age of 86.

Lenka enjoyed a distinguished social and political career spanning several decades. He also held multiple portfolios in both the state and Union governments during his illustrious political journey.

Lenka was a Member of Parliament from Odisha between 1988 and 1994. He served as Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Minister of State in the Ministry of Railways from 1991 to 1994.

Similarly, the senior Congress leader also represented the Choudwar Assembly constituency in the Odisha Legislative Assembly on several occasions. He was a member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly multiple times between 1971 and 2000.

Political leaders cutting across party lines have expressed their condolences over the sad demise of the senior Congress leader.

Taking to his X handle, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday wrote, "I am deeply saddened to hear about the demise of senior leader, former Union Minister and former Member of Parliament, Kanhu Charan Lenka. In this hour of grief, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and pray to Lord Shri Jagannath for eternal peace to the departed soul. Om Shanti."

Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee president Bhakta Charan Das and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president Naveen Patnaik have also paid tribute to the departed leader.

"I am saddened to learn about the passing of eminent politician, former MP, and former Union Minister Kanhu Charan Lenka. His contributions to public service and development during his long political career will always be remembered. I pray for the eternal peace of his departed soul and extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members," wrote Patnaik on his X handle.

- IANS

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Priya S
Very sad news. He was from an era of politicians who were genuinely connected to the ground. Seeing CM Majhi and Naveen Patnaik both paying respects shows his stature transcended party politics. Respect.
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Rahul R
86 is a full life, but still feels like a loss. His career spanning from 1971 to 2000 is almost a history lesson of Odisha politics itself. We need to document the work of such leaders for the younger generation.
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Ashley H
While it's right to honour his legacy, it also makes me think. We celebrate long careers, but shouldn't there be more space for younger leaders in our political system? Just a thought.
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Karthik V
Heartfelt condolences to his family and followers. Serving as an MP and MLA for so long means he touched countless lives in Choudwar and beyond. That's real public service.
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Bhakta Charan Das
As OPCC president mentioned, his contributions will be remembered. It's good to see unity in moments like this, beyond the usual political noise. Rest in peace, Shri Lenka.

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