Goa Chief Minister and former Union Minister Manohar Parrikar passed away in Panaji on Sunday evening after a prolonged illness. He was 63 years old. Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar passed away in Panaji on Sunday evening after a prolonged illness. He was 63. Mr. Parrikar was diagnosed with a pancreatic ailment in February last year. Since then, he received treatment at various hospitals across Mumbai, New Delhi, Goa and the US. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A six-time MLA and former Defence Minister, Mr Parrikar was born on 13th December, 1955. He graduated from Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai with a B.Tech degree in metallurgical engineering. Mr Parrikar was first elected to the Goa assembly in 1994. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He served as Chief Minister of the state during October 2000 to February 2005; and March 2012 to November 2014. From November 2014 till March 2017, he served as the Union Defence Minister. Mr Parrikar returned to Goa in March 2017 as the State Chief Minister. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He served as a Rajya Sabha MP from November 2014 to September 2017. The popular leader would be remembered for his efforts in infrastructure and education development in the state and bringing the International Film Festival of India to Goa in 2004. for his role as the union defence minister and his dynamism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Parrikar was diagnosed with a pancreatic ailment in February last year since then, he received treatment at various hospitals across Mumbai, New Delhi, Goa and the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The government announced national mourning on Monday following demise of Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar. A Home Ministry spokesperson said the national flag will fly at half-mast in the national capital, the union territories and the state capitals.A meeting of the Union Cabinet will be held on Monday at 10 am. State funeral will be accorded to Parrikar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Condolences pour in on demise of Manohar Parrikar. President , Vice President and other leaders cutting across party lines condole the demise of Manohar Parrikar.In a tweet President Ram Nath Kovind expressed his grief over demise of Parrikar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa, after an illness borne with fortitude and dignity. An epitome of integrity and dedication in public life, his service to the people of Goa and of India will not be forgotten PresidentKovind<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A true patriot and exceptional administrator, he was admired by all. His impeccable service to the nation will be remembered by generations.Deeply saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and supporters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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