Jaswant Singh Ji served our nation diligently, will be remembered for his unique perspective: PM

The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of former Union Minister Jaswant Singh.

The Prime Minister said, "Jaswant Singh Ji served our nation diligently, first as a soldier and later during his long association with politics. During Atal Ji’s Government, he handled crucial portfolios and left a strong mark in the worlds of finance, defence and external affairs. Saddened by his demise."

PM said "Jaswant Singh Ji will be remembered for his unique perspective on matters of politics and society. I will always remember our interactions. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti."

Prime Minister also spoke to Manvendra Singh and expressed condolences on the unfortunate demise of Jaswant Singh.

Singh hailed from Rajasthan. He served the country as a foreign minister, defense minister, and finance minister.

The Army Hospital (Research and Referral), New Delhi, where he was admitted on June 25, 2020, and being treated for Sepsis with Multiorgan Dysfunction Syndrome and effects of Severe Head Injury, announced that he had a Cardiac arrest.

"Despite the best efforts of the attending team of specialists to resuscitate him, he could not be revived and passed away at 0655 hours on 27 Sep 2020. His COVID status is negative," the Hospital said.