
On the day of the holy and joyous festival of Diwali, a very sad and shocking news has come out from the political circles of Rajasthan and Alwar region. Senior and powerful politician of the state, current MLA of Bharatiya Janata Party from Behror assembly constituency and former cabinet minister Dr. Jaswant Singh Yadav is no more. Dr. Yadav, who was suffering from a serious disease like cancer for a long time, breathed his last during treatment in a private hospital in Jaipur. As soon as the news of his demise was received, a wave of mourning spread across Rajasthan including his native area Behror, Alwar. On the day of Diwali, the state has lost a popular leader who, in his four decade long political journey, always fought hard for people’s rights and regional development. Since his death, political veterans and supporters have been continuously paying tribute.
Battle with serious illness for a long time and breathed his last in the hospital
Dr. Jaswant Yadav was battling a dangerous disease like cancer (prostate cancer) for a long time. Despite his illness, his inner public leader and spirit of service never diminished, and despite his physical problems, he continued to remain active among the people of the area. Recently, after his health deteriorated further, he was admitted to the hospital in Jaipur, where he was undergoing treatment under the supervision of specialist doctors. Despite all efforts, he lost his long battle with this deadly disease and on Sunday morning at around 8.15 am, he said goodbye to this world forever. The official information of his demise was shared by his son Mohit Yadav through social media, as soon as he read it, his fans and party workers were filled with grief.
Brilliant political journey: Held the post of MLA, MP and cabinet minister four times.
Dr. Jaswant Singh Yadav’s political career has been an unmatched example of achievements and public service. Starting his political journey, he won from Mundawar Assembly seat for the first time in the year 1998. After this, the scope of his popularity and political acumen continued to increase. He was elected MLA a total of four times in his political career. Apart from this, in the general elections of 1999, he won a landslide victory from Alwar Lok Sabha seat and by reaching the Parliament, he strongly raised the voice of the region at the national level. As a cabinet minister in the Rajasthan government, he also took charge of important departments and made his strong hold on administration felt. He was considered a strong pillar in the politics of Alwar district, who always worked for the interests of the general public without any discrimination.
Wave of mourning in the political world, Chief Minister and veterans paid emotional tribute
As soon as the news of the demise of Dr. Jaswant Yadav came out, there was mourning in the entire political corridor. Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Leader of Opposition Tikaram Julie and all the big leaders of the party and opposition have expressed deep grief. The leaders said in their condolence message that Dr. Yadav’s entire life was dedicated to public service, dedication and development of the area. His passing away is an irreparable loss not only for the Bharatiya Janata Party but for the entire Rajasthan and especially the Alwar family. According to the information given by the family, his last rites will be performed with full state honors in his native village Silpata (Khairthal-Tijara), where thousands of supporters and dignitaries are expected to gather to bid him a last farewell.
look news india