PM condoles death of Santosh Mohan Dev

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today condoled the death of former Union minister and Congress leader Santosh Mohan Dev and described him as a veteran politician who worked extensively for the welfare of the people.
Dev passed away this morning in his home town Silchar following prolonged illness.
"Saddened by the passing away of Shri Santosh Mohan Dev. He was veteran political leader who worked extensively for welfare of people," the prime minister said.
"My thoughts are with the family and supporters of Shri Santosh Mohan Dev in this hour of grief," he added.