Guwahati: Former Chief Minister of Assam Bhumidhar Barman handed away at a hospital in Guwahati on Sunday night. The senior Congress chief handed away on the age of 91.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal expressed grief over Barman`s demise.
“Anguished by the passing away of former Assam CM and senior politician, Shri Bhumidhar Barman. My thoughts are with his family and supporters in this hour of grief,” Prime Minister Office (PMO) tweeted quoting PM Modi as saying.
“Saddened to learn about the demise of former Chief Minister of Assam Dr Bhumidhar Barman. My sincere condolences to his bereaved family members and well-wishers. Om shanti,” Sonowal tweeted.
Assam Minister Hemanta Biswa Sarma mentioned Barman leaves behind a wealthy legacy of fine politics and work.
“Today we lost a stalwart of Assam politics – former CM and 7-time MLA Late Bhumidhar Barman. I have fond memories of his guidance and affection, starting with my early political career. He leaves behind a rich legacy of good politics and work. We shall miss him. My condolences,” Assam Minister Hemanta Biswa Sarma tweeted.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot conveyed condolences to Barman`s relations.
“Saddened to learn about the passing away of senior Congress leader and former CM of Assam Bhumidhar Barman ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family members… may God give them strength in this most difficult time. May his soul rest in peace,” he tweeted.
Barman was the Chief Minister of Assam for a quick interval from April 1996 to May 1996.
