New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over the passing away of Keshari Nath Tripathi, former governor of West Bengal.

Keshari Nath Tripathi also, for short stints, played the role of governor of Bihar, Meghalaya and Mizoram.

Remembering the veteran leader, the Prime Minister said he played a key role in building BJP in UP and worked hard for the state’s progress.

In his condolence message on Twitter, the PM said Keshari Nath Tripathi was a man of “service and intellect”.

He wrote: “Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi Ji was respected for his service and intellect. He was well-versed in Constitutional matters. He played a key role in building BJP in UP and worked hard for the state’s progress. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”

Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi Ji was respected for his service and intellect. He was well versed in Constitutional matters. He played a key role in building BJP in UP and worked hard for the state’s progress. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/mQqirPTPvy

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 8, 2023