Bharatiya Janata Party MP from Ambala, Rattan Lal Kataria passed away, as reported by the news agency ANI on Thursday. He was admitted in Chandigarh PGI. The three times parliamentarian was admitted to the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. He had been under critical condition for the past few days.
Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar condoled demise of Ambala MP Rattan Lal Kataria. "I am deeply saddened by the demise of former Union Minister of State and MP from Ambala Mr. Ratan Lal Kataria. He always raised his voice in the Parliament for the welfare of the society and the progress of the people of Haryana. His departure is an irreparable loss to politics. May God give place to the departed soul in his holy feet and give strength to the family in this difficult time. Om Shanti!," Khattar said on Twitter. Khattar reached the residence of Ambala MP Rattan Lal Kataria and paid tribute to him.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condoled the demise of the BJP MP and said that he will be remembered for his rich contribution towards public service and social justice.
"Pained by the passing away of MP and former Minister Shri Rattan Lal Kataria Ji. He will be remembered for his rich contribution towards public service and social justice. He played a key role in strengthening BJP in Haryana. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti," PM Modi wrote on Twitter.
Earlier on Wednesday evening, former Tripura Chief Minister and BJP, in-charge Haryana Biplab Kumar Deb had reached Chandigarh PGI to inquire about the well-being of the 72-year-old and wished him a speedy recovery.
Condoling the demise, the former Tripura CM took to Twitter and said, "The demise of former Union MoS and Ambala MP Mr Rattan lal Kataria is very sad. Last night itself I met Kataria ji at PGI Chandigarh, his willpower was very strong even in her last moments. My deepest condolences to his family in this hour of grief. May God give peace to the holy soul of Kataria ji and give strength to the bereaved family members to bear this loss." The last rites will be held today at 12 noon at the cremation ground in Manimajra, Chandigarh.