President, PM condoles the passing away of former Governor Mohammed Fazal
By FnF Correspondent | PUBLISHED: 05, Sep 2014, 13:38 pm IST | UPDATED: 05, Sep 2014, 13:38 pm IST
New Delhi: The President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of Shri Mohammed Fazal, former Governor of Goa and Maharashtra.
In a condolence message to his son, Shri Qaisar Fazal, the President has said, “I am saddened to learn about the passing away of your father, Shri Mohammed Fazal.
Shri Fazal was an able administrator and economist who contributed to the nation’s growth and welfare, including as Governor of Goa and Maharashtra. He ably served as Member of the Planning Commission during 1980-85. The nation will remember him for his valuable services and his pursuit of excellence in public life.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences and convey them to the rest of your family members. I pray to the Almighty to give you and other members of your family, the strength and courage to bear this irreparable loss”.
The Prime Minister Narendra Modi also has condoled the passing away of former Goa and Maharashtra Governor Shri Mohammed Fazal.
The Prime Minister recalled Shri Mohammed Fazal's contribution to public life and prays that his soul rests in peace.