Union Minister for Food & Consumer Affairs, Ram Vilas Paswan passed away today due to prolonged heart illness at Fortis Escort Hospital in New Delhi. The 74-year-old was undergoing treatment at the hospital, and had to undergo surgery “due to the situation that had suddenly emerged,” his son Chirag Paswan had tweeted on Saturday. This evening, the 37-year-old posted the news of his death. After seeing the tweet of his demise, it is flooded with the tribute.
“I am saddened beyond words. There is a void in our nation that will perhaps never be filled. Shri Ram Vilas Paswan Ji’s demise is a personal loss. I have lost a friend, valued colleague and someone who was extremely passionate to ensure every poor person leads a life of dignity,” PM Modi’s post read.
