Former BJP MP Sharad Tripathi Dies; PM Modi, Amit Shah Offer Condolences

Sharad Tripathi died due to prolonged illness at Medanta hospital in Haryana's Gurgaon.

Former BJP MP from Santkabirnagar Sharad Tripathi died due to prolonged illness at Medanta hospital in Haryana's Gurgaon, his family said. Shri Sharad Tripathi's untimely demise has left me as well as many others saddened. He loved serving society and working for the downtrodden. He made unique efforts to popularise the ideals of Sant Kabir Das Ji. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti. Mr Tripathi (49) died on Wednesday night due to liver-related ailment, they said. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and two sons, his close relative and RSS worker Sanjay Mishra said. Mr Tripathi was elected as MP from Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha seat in 2014.