Chugh, Sadiq, Rana, others express grief on passing away of Devender Singh Rana

Srinagar, Nov 01: Senior BJP leader Tarun Chugh, and National Conference (NC) chief spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq expressed grief over passing away of MLA Nagrota Devender Singh Rana.

Rana was unwell from past some time, and breathed his last at a hospital in New Delhi on Thursday late evening.

“Deeply shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of Sh. Devender Singh Rana Ji, MLA, Nagrota, J&K. A dedicated BJP leader and true representative of the people of J&K. His invaluable contributions, warmth, and commitment to service will be remembered by all. This is an immense loss to our BJP family and to the people he served so selflessly,” Tarun Chugh said.

He expressed his heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.

“My heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may God grant his loved ones strength to bear this profound loss,” he added.

JKNC chief spokesperson and MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq expressed condolences to the family and loved ones of Rana.

“Shocked to hear about the sudden passing of Devender Rana ji. I had the chance to work with him and shared some good moments together. My deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace!,” JKNC chief spokesperson said.

J&K cabinet minister Javed Ahmed Rana expressed shock and pained by the sudden demise of Rana.

In his message he said: "Shocked and pained by the sudden demise of @DevenderSRana  Ji. My friendship with him was special. He served people with great commitment. My heartfelt condolences to @DrJitendraSingh Ji and the family of the deceased. May they gather courage to bear this irreparable loss".

Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Conference (JKPC) leader Imran Reza Ansari condoled the sad demise of BJP leader.

In his message he said: "My heartfelt condolences to the family of Shri Devender Singh Rana Ji who passed away in Delhi this evening. He was a self made visionary businessman and a great politician. May his soul rest in peace".

NC senior leader and MLA Banihal Sajjad Shaeen also expressed his grief over passing away of MLA Nagrota.

"Hard to believe about the sudden demise of @DevenderSRana Ji. Rana Sb was an epitome of grace, man of very strong principles and secular character. My deepest condolence and sympathies with Mrs. Rana, the daughters and son Adhiraj. The void left by Rana Sb is unimaginable. May his soul rest in Peace," NC leader said.