CDS Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika and 11 other people on board an Indian Air Force helicopter died in a crash on Wednesday
Leaders across the political spectrum have extended their condolences on the demise of Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat and his wife Madhulika Rawat in a helicopter crash near Tamil Nadu’s Coonoor.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to say that Rawat was a true patriot and India will never forget his service.
“Gen Bipin Rawat was an outstanding soldier. A true patriot, he greatly contributed to modernising our armed forces and security apparatus. His insights and perspectives on strategic matters were exceptional. His passing away has saddened me deeply. Om Shanti,” said Modi.
“As India’s first CDS, Gen Rawat worked on diverse aspects relating to our armed forces including defence reforms. He brought with him a rich experience of serving in the Army. India will never forget his exceptional service,” he added.
President Ram Nath Kovind said that India has lost one of its bravest sons.
“I am shocked and anguished over the untimely demise of Gen. Bipin Rawat and his wife, Madhulika ji. The nation has lost one of its bravest sons. His four decades of selfless service to the motherland was marked by exceptional gallantry and heroism. My condolences to his family,” he said.
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