Freedom fighter and former Bihar MLA Jagdish Narayan Singh died on Sunday at his residence at Barh in Patna district at 101 years,his family sources said. His mortal remains were consigned to flames at Umaghat on the bank of the river Ganga amid chanting of Vedic hymns. Singh had actively participated in the freedom movement. He was subsequently elected to the state legislature from Barh assembly constituency in 1946 and from Mokama seat in 1952 and 1957 elections. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar condoled the demise of Singh and prayed for his soul to rest in peace. Singh was the source of inspiration for the succeeding generation of people due to his immense contribution in public life,Kumar said in a condolence message to the bereaved family members.
