Jammu Leader Devender Singh Rana Passes Away

Devender Singh Rana, a veteran BJP leader from Jammu and Kashmir, passed away while receiving treatment in Faridabad. Known for his advocacy of the Jammu Declaration, Rana recently won the Nagrota assembly seat with a notable margin. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the leader's demise.

Veteran BJP leader from Jammu and Kashmir, Devender Singh Rana, has passed away after undergoing treatment at a hospital in Haryana's Faridabad. The 59-year-old MLA was a prominent figure in strengthening the BJP's presence in Jammu and was particularly vocal about the Jammu Declaration, advocating for statehood restoration in the region.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his grief on the social platform X, highlighting Rana's contributions to Jammu and Kashmir's progress and the recent victory in the Nagrota constituency assembly polls. Rana, who joined the BJP in 2021, was influential in the region's political landscape for decades.

A strong opponent of the People's Alliance for Gupkar Declaration, Rana clashed with the coalition as it pushed for the restoration of Article 370. His legacy in Jammu's political history remains significant, with many mourning the loss of a dedicated leader.

(With inputs from agencies.)