Four-Time MLA Nand Lal Cremated with Full State Honours at Deothi; CM Sukhu Pays Last Respects.
Chief Minister lays wreath on mortal remains, remembers veteran Congress leader’s contributions to Rampur; says his dedication to public service and parliamentary traditions will always be remembered.
Shimla:
Four-time MLA from Rampur Assembly constituency and Chairman of the 7th Himachal Pradesh State Finance Commission, Nand Lal, was cremated with full state honours at his native village Deothi in Rampur subdivision of Shimla district on Thursday.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited Deothi to pay his last respects to the veteran Congress leader. He laid a wreath on the mortal remains of Nand Lal and expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
Remembering Nand Lal’s contributions to public life and the development of Rampur, the Chief Minister described him as a dedicated soldier of the Congress Party who had worked tirelessly for the welfare and upliftment of the people of the region.
Sukhu said that Nand Lal’s contribution to the progress and development of Rampur would always be remembered. He highlighted his humble and cordial nature, describing him as an excellent personality who represented his constituency with dedication, commitment and sincerity.
The Chief Minister also recalled Nand Lal’s conduct in the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly, stating that he always presented his views with dignity, decorum and logical arguments. His deep understanding of public issues and respect for parliamentary traditions reflected his commitment to democratic values and responsible public representation.
Expressing grief over his demise, Sukhu said that the void created by the passing of Nand Lal could never be filled. He prayed to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength and courage to the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss.
Several prominent political leaders, public representatives and senior administrative and police officials attended the cremation ceremony to pay their final respects.
Those present included Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee President Vinay Kumar, Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, Education Minister Rohit Thakur, Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh, MLAs Kuldeep Rathore and Harish Janartha, and HIMCON Chairman Vikesh Chauhan.
Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap, Superintendent of Police Gaurav Singh, senior officers of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and several other dignitaries were also present.
The cremation with full state honours marked a solemn farewell to a seasoned political leader who had devoted several decades to public service and the development of the Rampur region.
