New Delhi : The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow on the passing away of the former Chief Minister of Punjab, Parkash Singh Badal. In a tweet thread the Prime Minister said: “Extremely saddened by the passing away of Parkash Singh Badal .

He was a colossal figure of Indian politics, and a remarkable statesman who contributed greatly to our nation. He worked tirelessly for the progress of Punjab and anchored the state through critical times. Parkash Singh  Badal’s passing away is a personal loss for me. https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1650892106200907777?cxt=HHwWgoDQifbnkuktAAAA

I have interacted closely with him for many decades and learnt so much from him. I recall our numerous conversations, in which his wisdom was always clearly seen. Condolences to his family and countless admirers. Parkash Singh Badal, Former Chief Minister of Punjab passed away on 25th April, 2023.

As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, the Government of India has decided that there will be State Mourning for two days on 26th and 27th April, 2023 throughout India. On the days of Mourning, the National Flag will be flown at half maston all buildings where the National Flag is flown regularly and there will be no official entertainment on thesetwo days.

Punjab Government has declared holiday on Thursday in honour of the former Chief minister of the state All government offices, educational institutions, and banks in Punjab will remain closed on April 27 as a mark of respect to late Parkash Singh Badal.

Parkash Singh Badal, breathed his last at the age of 95. He was the five-time Chief Minister of PunjabThe tall leader of Punjab was suffering from health issues for some time and was in treatment in a hospital in Mohali. His last rites will be held on Thursday at his ancestral village, Badal, in Muktsar district of Punjab.