BJP leader Satish Shejwadkar dies of cardiac arrest

BJP leader Satish Shejwadkar turned 54 Photo Credit: SPECIAL EDIT

Former Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation councilor and senior BJP leader Satish Shejwadkar (54) died in Hubballi on Sunday after a massive cardiac arrest.

Shejwadkar, who served as the state vice-president of the BJP OBC Morcha, was known for his grassroots activities in strengthening the organization.

He is survived by his wife and three children.

Union minister Pralhad Joshi, BJP MLAs and senior party leaders were among those who paid their last respects.

Published – 28 Jun 2026 20:20 IST