Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Manohar Joshi. Shri Joshi was also Lok Sabha speaker from 2002 to 2004. Modi said that as Maharashtra CM, Manohar Joshi has worked tirelessly for the state’s progress. During his tenure as the Lok Sabha Speaker, Joshi strove to make our Parliamentary processes more vibrant and participative, the Prime Minister further added.
In a X post, the Prime Minister said; “Pained by the passing away of Shri Manohar Joshi Ji. He was a veteran leader who spent years in public service and held various responsibilities at the municipal, state and national level. As Maharashtra CM, he worked tirelessly for the state’s progress. He also made noteworthy contributions as a Union Minister. During his tenure as the Lok Sabha Speaker, he strove to make our Parliamentary processes more vibrant and participative. Manohar Joshi Ji will also be remembered for his diligence as a legislator, having had the honour of serving in all four legislatures. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti.”