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Congress Veteran Suresh Kalmadi, Ex-IOA Chief, Passes Away at 81

Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Suresh Kalmadi has died at the age of 81. He passed away in the early hours of Tuesday at a hospital in Pune following a prolonged illness. Kalmadi was a former Member of Parliament from Pune and the former chairman of the Indian Olympic Association. His last rites are scheduled to be performed in Pune later today.

Key Points: Suresh Kalmadi, Former MP and IOA Chief, Dies at 81

  • Former Union Minister passes away
  • Was undergoing treatment in Pune
  • Served as IOA Chairman and Pune MP
  • Last rites at Vaikunth smashanbhumi
  • Survived by wife, children, and grandchildren
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Senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passes away at 81

Senior Congress leader and former Indian Olympic Association chairman Suresh Kalmadi passed away in Pune at age 81 after a prolonged illness.

"passed away in Pune today on Tuesday, 6th January at 3.30 am after a prolonged illness - Official Press Release"

Pune, January 6

Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passed away at the age of 81 in the early hours of Tuesday, an official release from the office of Kalmadi said.

The former chairman of the Indian Olympic Association was undergoing treatment at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital in Pune. He breathed his last at around 3:30 am following a prolonged illness.

Kalmadi, a former Member of Parliament from Pune and former Minister of State for Railways, is survived by his wife, a married son, daughter-in-law, two married daughters, son-in-law, and grandchildren.

His mortal remains will be kept at his residence, Kalmadi House in Erandwane, Pune, until 2 pm. The last rites will be performed at Vaikunth smashanbhumi in Navi Peth, Pune, at 3:30 pm.

"Former Member of Parliament from Pune, former Union Minister of State for railways, and former President of the Indian Olympic Association, Mr. Suresh Kalmadi (aged 81), passed away in Pune today on Tuesday, 6th January at 3.30 am after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife, a married son, daughter-in-law, two married daughters, son-in-law and grandchildren. His mortal remains will be kept at Kalmadi House, Erandwane, Pune till 2 pm and cremation will take place at Vaikunth smashanbhumi, Navi Peth, Pune at 3.30 pm," an official press release said.

- ANI

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Priya S
May his soul rest in peace. His contributions to sports, especially as IOA chief during the 2010 Commonwealth Games, were significant, though the event was marred by issues. A complex legacy. šŸ™
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Rohit P
It's important to speak truthfully. While we should be respectful of the departed, we cannot forget the Commonwealth Games scam that tarnished India's image. His passing closes a controversial chapter in Indian sports administration.
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Meera T
Heartfelt condolences to the family. Losing a parent is never easy. As a Punekar, I remember his presence in local events. Politics aside, he was a part of the city's fabric for years.
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David E
Reading about his career from abroad. Seems he was a major figure in both politics and sports. The obituary is detailed. Rest in peace.
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Siddharth J
A full life of 81 years. He saw and shaped a lot of modern Pune. The article mentions his railway ministry tenureā€”those were different times in Indian politics. Om Shanti.

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