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News India Live, Digital Desk: Veteran leader of Indian politics and former Union Railway Minister Mukul Roy Died at the age of 71. He was ill for a long time and was undergoing treatment in the hospital. The news of his demise has created a wave of mourning in the political circles of West Bengal and the country.
Founding member and strategist of Trinamool Congress
Mukul Roy was counted among Mamata Banerjee’s most trusted associates in West Bengal politics. They Trinamool Congress (TMC) He was one of the founding members of the party and played an important role in setting up the organizational structure of the party. He was often called the ‘Chanakya’ of Bengal politics, because he was adept at making winning strategies behind the scenes.
Journey from Railway Minister to Rajya Sabha
Mukul Roy held several important positions in his political career:
Former Union Railway Minister: After Mamata Banerjee, he took over the responsibility of Railway Ministry in the Central Government.
Rajya Sabha MP: He was a member of Rajya Sabha for a long time and raised the voice of the party in the Upper House.
TMC and BJP: His political journey was full of ups and downs. In 2017, he had joined BJP, but after the 2021 assembly elections, he again returned to Trinamool Congress.
Was struggling with illness for a long time
Mukul Roy’s health was continuously declining for the last few years. He had neurological problems as well as other age-related diseases. On his demise, the Prime Minister, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and other big leaders of the country have expressed deep sorrow and called it a big loss for Indian politics.
Last farewell and tribute
Mukul Roy’s mortal remains will be kept for the last darshan, where leaders of various parties and his supporters will pay emotional tribute to him. His departure marks the end of an era in which he had changed the direction of Bengal politics on the strength of his organizational power.
