Tributes pour in for Sushil Modi: Efficient administrator… hard to fill void in Bihar

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar tweeted: “ His untimely demise is a huge loss to the nation’s socio-political landscape. As a Member of Parliament and former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Sushil Modi believed in political propriety and always exemplified decency and decorum. His Parliamentary contributions would ever be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and admirers during this difficult time. Om Shanti.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X: “I am deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Sushil Modi ji, my valuable colleague in the party and my friend for decades. He has played an invaluable role in the rise and success of BJP in Bihar… He also did a lot of commendable work as an administrator. Om Shanti!”

Home Minister Amit Shah wrote, “Today Bihar has lost a great pioneer of politics forever. From ABVP to BJP, Sushil ji has adorned many important positions in the organisation and government. His politics was dedicated to the interests of the poor and the backward. The void that has emerged in Bihar politics due to his demise cannot be filled for a long time.” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh wrote, “His long public life was dedicated to the service of the people.  His work for the development of Bihar will always be remembered!” BJP president J P Nadda said: “Sushil Modi ji’s efforts have been very helpful in bringing Bihar out of jungle raj.”

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also expressed grief over the demise of Sushil Modi. In a statement, Kumar said, “It’s a personal loss for me. We were together during JP movement. His death has created a vacuum in the political arena of the country as well as in Bihar”.

Former Bihar CM and RJD patriarch Lalu Prasad recalled his Patna University days with Sushil Modi. “He was a combative, dedicated social and political person.”

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said, “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family & friends. May the departed soul rest in peace.”

Congress leader Ashok Gehlot and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav also condoled the death of Sushil Kumar Modi.