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Veteran Politician Mukul Roy Passes Away After Cardiac Arrest in Kolkata

Former Railway Minister and senior Trinamool Congress leader Mukul Roy passed away following a cardiac arrest in Kolkata. A founding member of the TMC, Roy had a complex political career that included a stint with the BJP before returning to his original party. BJP leaders Dilip Ghosh and Suvendu Adhikari expressed their condolences, highlighting his experience and contributions. His son, Subhranshu Roy, confirmed the news of his demise.

Key Points: Mukul Roy, Former Railway Minister & TMC Leader, Dies

  • Died of cardiac arrest at Apollo Hospital
  • Founding member of Trinamool Congress
  • Served as Railway Minister
  • Switched between TMC and BJP
  • Son Subhranshu Roy confirmed the news
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Former Railway Minister and TMC leader Mukul Roy passes away due to cardiac arrest

Former Railway Minister and TMC founding member Mukul Roy passes away in Kolkata. BJP leaders Dilip Ghosh and Suvendu Adhikari pay tributes.

"He was an experienced politician... I pray that his soul rests in peace. - Dilip Ghosh"

Kolkata, February 23

Former Railway Minister and Trinamool Congress leader Mukul Roy passed away on Monday at Apollo Hospital in Salt Lake, Kolkata.

Roy suffered a cardiac arrest at 1.30 am, his son, Subhranshu Roy, confirmed.

On June 11, 2021, Roy and his son Subhranshu Roy joined TMC in the presence of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Following his passing, BJP leader Dilip Ghosh paid tribute to Roy, remembering him as an experienced politician who was held in high regard during his time with the Bharatiya Janata Party.

"He was an experienced politician. He became a Union Minister too. When he came to the BJP, he was given a lot of respect. From 2019-2021, he was with us. Later, he left the BJP and went to the TMC. For the last 2-3 years, he has been ill and could not actively participate in politics. I pray that his soul rests in peace," he told ANI.

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari also made an X post regarding the late TMC leader, expressing grief over the news of his passing and sending condolences to his family.

"Deeply disheartened to learn about the sad demise of Senior Politician; Shri Mukul Roy. My sincere condolences to his family. Praying that his soul attains eternal peace. Om Shanti." he wrote on X.

Roy, who served as a former Rajya Sabha MP and Railway Minister, was among the founding members of Trinamool Congress. He later switched sides from TMC to BJP in 2017 and contested the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections from Krishnangar Uttar constituency, defeating TMC candidate actor Koushani Mukherjee. However, following West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's return to power in the 2021 West Bengal assembly elections, he later rejoined TMC along with his son Shubranshu Roy.

- ANI

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Priya S
Very sad news. Cardiac arrests are becoming so common these days, even among people who seem fine. We really need to focus on heart health. My condolences to the Roy family. 🙏
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Aman W
Respectful criticism: While it's sad he passed, his frequent party switching always felt more about personal survival than ideology. Politics needs leaders with stronger convictions. Still, a human life lost is always tragic. Om Shanti.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see BJP leaders paying warm tributes despite him leaving their party. Shows some grace beyond political rivalry. RIP.
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Karthik V
He was Railway Minister once. Wonder if he contributed anything lasting to the railways? That's how we should remember ministers - by their work, not just party politics. Nonetheless, sad demise.
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Nisha Z
His son must be devastated. Losing a parent is hard, and in the public eye it's even tougher. Hope the media gives the family space to grieve in peace.

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