Late BJP veteran and husband of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, Swaraj Kaushal, passed away at the age of 73 on Thursday.
Kaushal, a former governor of Mizoram and a senior advocate, was also the father of New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj.
In a post on X, Bansuri Swaraj said that her father’s affection, discipline, simplicity, patriotism and immense patience were the light of her life that would never fade.
“Your passing has come upon us as the deepest pain in the heart, but the mind remains in faith that you are now reunited with your mother in the presence of almighty and eternal peace. Being your daughter is the greatest pride of my life and your legacy, values and blessings will be the foundation of my future journeys,” Bansuri wrote on X.
After Kaushal complained of chest pain in the afternoon, he was taken to AIIMS where doctors declared him brought dead, PTI reported quoting the BJP leader.
Kaushal will be cremated at the Lodhi Road crematorium.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of the former Mizoram governor and said his thoughts are with Bansuri and other family members.
“Pained by the death of Shri Swaraj Kaushal Ji. He distinguished himself as a lawyer and a person who believed in using the legal profession to improve the lives of the underprivileged,” PM Modi said in a post on X.
Modi said he became India’s youngest governor and left a lasting impression on the people of Mizoram during his tenure as governor, adding, “His insights as a member of parliament were also remarkable. My thoughts are with his daughter Bansuri and other family members at this sad hour. Om Shanti.”
BJP MP Anurag Thakur also expressed grief over the untimely demise of Swaraj Kaushal.
“May his noble soul reach the lotus feet of the Almighty and may the family, especially his daughter, Bansuri Swaraj ji, find strength and courage in this hour of grief. Om Shanti,” Thakur said.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also condoled Kaushal’s death and said the news of his death was heartbreaking.
She recalled Kaushal’s contributions to public life and the field of law, adding that his service to the nation and society was unforgettable.
