Maharashtra News: Congress MP Vasant Chavan Passes Away Following Illness
Vasant Chavan Dies: Impact on Maharashtra Politics
Maharashtra news confirms that Congress MP Vasant Chavan passed away on Monday at a private hospital in Hyderabad following a prolonged battle with health issues. Sources indicate that the 69-year-old succumbed to renal complications, having been under treatment for over a week.
Election Victories Despite Challenges
- Chavan recently won the Nanded Lok Sabha seat
- Faced significant hurdles, including his health and a major party defection
- Defeated BJP MP Pratap Patil Chikhalikar by 59,442 votes
Political Legacy and Contributions
Born in Naigaon, Vasant Chavan began his political journey as a gram panchayat member, evolving into a pivotal figure within the legislative assembly and cooperative banking sectors in Maharashtra.
His last rites are scheduled to be held in Naigaon at 11 am. This tragic event marks a significant loss for the Congress party and his constituents.
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