Former Uttarakhand CM Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri passes away in Dehradun
Dehradun, May 19
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister and senior BJP leader, Major General Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri passed away on Tuesday at Max Hospital in Dehradun after a prolonged illness.
A former Army officer who transitioned into politics, Maj Gen Khanduri served two terms as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand (first from 2007 to 2009 and second from 2011 to 2012), steering the state's administration.
During his tenure, he took stringent measures against corruption and laid the foundation for a transparent and disciplined administration within the state.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the passing of General Khanduri and called his death an irreparable loss in the landscape of national politics.
In a statement, CM Dhami said, "I have received the tragic news of the passing of the Honourable Major General Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri (Retd.), former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand."
Recalling Maj Gen Khanduri's tenure in the Indian Army, the Chief Minister said, During his tenure in the Indian Army, Shri Khanduri set an unparalleled example of national service, discipline, and dedication. From his military career to his public life, his persona remained steadfastly devoted to the national interest and public service."
In the realm of politics, CM Dhami said that Maj Gen Khanduri established a "strong legacy defined by the development of Uttarakhand, good governance, transparency, and an honest work ethic".
"As a public leader, he took numerous pivotal decisions for the progress of the state and, through his simplicity, candour, and efficiency, carved a special place for himself in the hearts of the people. His demise constitutes an irreparable loss, not only for Uttarakhand but for the landscape of national politics as well," he said.
"I pray to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to his noble soul at His divine feet and to bestow upon his bereaved family the strength to bear this profound grief," CM Dhami added.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Sad to hear. He was one of those rare politicians who actually fought corruption. His two terms were short but impactful. The transparency he brought to Uttarakhand's administration was commendable. RIP.
As someone who served in the military, I always admired how General Khanduri carried those values into politics. His anti-corruption stance set a benchmark. Condolences to his family and the people of Uttarakhand.
A politician who lived by the motto "service before self." From the battlefield to the chief minister's office, he gave his all for the nation. His simplicity and honesty are rare today. 🙏
I respect his work, but I also think his tenure was too short to fully implement the changes he envisioned. Still, he was a beacon of integrity in a murky political landscape. May his soul rest in peace.
A sad day for Uttarakhand. Major General Khanduri was a symbol of discipline and dedication. His legacy of good governance will inspire future leaders. My thoughts are with his family.
It's a loss for the entire nation. He was a man of principles who never compromised on values. The way he handled the 2010 corruption cases in Uttarakhand was exemplary. Om Shanti! 🕊️