Union Environment Minister Anil Dave Passes Away at 60

Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave passed away on Thursday morning. 60-year-old Dave complained of uneasiness at his home and was rushed to AIIMS where he passed away, according to official sources. MoS PMO Jitendra Singh latter confirmed that Dave passed away due to cardiac arrest.

It was a cardiac arrest, we lost a popular colleague, his loss will be felt for a long time to come.

Jitendra Singh, MoS for PMO Personnel

He was a member of the Rajya Sabha since 2009.Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Dave.

Absolutely shocked by the sudden demise of my friend & a very respected colleague, Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave ji. My condolences.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 18, 2017

Anil Madhav Dave ji will be remembered as a devoted public servant. He was tremendously passionate towards conserving the environment.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 18, 2017

I was with Anil Madhav Dave ji till late last evening, discussing key policy issues. This demise is a personal loss.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 18, 2017

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