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BJP MLA Govind Parmar From Umreth Dies in Gujarat

Party sources attributed his death to a heart attack.

Overview

  • He died on Friday while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Anand, according to reports citing BJP sources.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted condolences on X, praising Parmar’s commitment to social welfare, with state leaders also paying tribute.
  • Reports differ on his age at death, with The Indian Express citing 72 and IANS reporting 82.
  • A four-term legislator, he won assembly elections in 1995 and 1998, then returned to win Umreth in 2017 and 2022 on a BJP ticket.
  • He previously served as Minister of State with Panchayat (independent charge) and Environment portfolios, and his passing leaves the Umreth seat vacant.