New Delhi: Madhav Singh Solanki, who was the Chief Minister of Gujarat for the first time, died today at the age of 94. He has been a senior leader of the Congress Party and a former Foreign Minister of India. Solanki came to power in Gujarat for the first time in 1980. He became the Chief Minister of Gujarat in the years 1973–1975–1982–1985.

PM Modi has expressed deep condolences on the death of Madhav Singh Solanki. He wrote in his tweet, "Madhavsinh Solanki ji was a formidable leader who played an important role in the politics of Gujarat for decades. He will be remembered for his rich service to the society. Saddened by his demise. His son Bharat Solanki spoke to and expressed condolences. Om Shanti." PM Modi wrote, "Beyond politics, Shri Madhavsinh Solanki Ji enjoyed reading and was passionate about culture. Whenever I met or talked to him, we used to discuss books and he would tell me about a new book I had read recently. I will always cherish the conversation between us."

Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi has also mourned the demise of the senior party leader. He wrote in a tweet, "I am saddened by the death of Madhav Singh Solanki. He will be remembered for his contribution in strengthening the Congress ideology and promoting social justice. Deepest condolences to his family and friends."

Shri Madhavsinh Solanki Ji was a formidable leader, playing a key role in Gujarat politics for decades. He will be remembered for his rich service to society. Saddened by his demise. Spoke to his son, Bharat Solanki Ji and expressed condolences. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 9, 2021

Also Read-

EU secures deal to double Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine supply

Akhilesh's targets on 'Operation Nestanabood', 'Tomorrow will also run bulldozers at your house'

Brazil detects the first case of re-infection with covid-19 variant