Manohar Joshi, Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Lok Sabha Speaker, Passes Away at 86
Manohar Joshi, a prominent figure in Maharashtra politics and the first leader from the undivided Shiv Sena to become Chief Minister, died following a cardiac arrest.
- Manohar Joshi, who served as Maharashtra Chief Minister from 1995 to 1999 and Lok Sabha Speaker from 2002 to 2004, passed away at a Mumbai hospital.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders across the political spectrum paid tribute to Joshi, highlighting his dedication to Maharashtra's progress and his role in enhancing parliamentary processes.
- Joshi was admitted to PD Hinduja Hospital on February 21 after suffering a cardiac arrest and passed away two days later, at the age of 86.
- Throughout his over four-decade-long association with the Shiv Sena, Joshi was known for his organizational skills and contributions to politics, education, and society.
- The funeral will be held at the Shivaji Park crematorium in Mumbai, with leaders and the public mourning the loss of a disciplined and influential political figure.
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