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7-day state mourning in Nagaland over Governor La Ganesan’s death

The Nagaland government has declared seven days of state mourning from Saturday as a mark of respect to state Governor La Ganesan, who died at a private hospital in Chennai, officials said.

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KOHIMA: The Nagaland government has declared seven days of state mourning from Saturday as a mark of respect to state Governor La Ganesan, who died at a private hospital in Chennai, officials said. 

A senior official quoting a notification of Chief Secretary, Sentiyanger Imchen, said on Saturday that as a mark of respect to the departed La Ganesan, the Nagaland government has declared seven days of state mourning from August 16 to 22.

During this period, the National Flag would be flown at half-mast on all buildings where it is regularly flown. La Ganesan had been undergoing treatment in a private hospital in Chennai for a serious head injury sustained after a fall at his residence at T. Nagar in Chennai on August 8.

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio deeply condoled the death of Governor La. Ganesan.

In a condolence message, the Chief Minister said that he worked tirelessly to strengthen the bonds of unity and promote development in Nagaland.

The Chief Minister said that the void left by his passing will be deeply felt, but we take comfort in the legacy of service, courage, and leadership he leaves behind. His contributions to the state and the Nation would be remembered with respect and gratitude, he said.

Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik, (Retd.), also has expressed profound grief over the demise of La Ganesan. Lt. General Parnaik (Retd.) said in a message on Saturday, “Late Ganesan was a venerable statesman and an exemplary leader, and a devoted social activist, who worked tirelessly for the welfare of the people and upheld the highest values of integrity and humility in public life.” (IANS)

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