Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sachin Tendulkar condole Chauhan's demise

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi led condolence messages for former India cricketer and UP Minister Chetan Chauhan who passed away on Sunday.

"Shri Chetan Chauhan Ji distinguished himself as a wonderful cricketer and later as a diligent political leader. He made effective contributions to public service and strengthening the BJP in UP. Anguished by his passing away. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti," Modi said in a tweet.

"Saddened to hear about the demise of Chetan Bhai. He always had encouraging things to say to me & shared plenty of stories from his cricketing days with the Indian team. May his soul Rest in Peace," said Sachin Tendulkar.

"Shocked to hear about the passing of Shri. Chetan Chauhan ji. May his soul rest in peace and my thoughts and prayers are with his family," said Indian captain Virat Kohli.

"My deep condolences to Chetan Chauhan's family and well wishers on his passing. Om Shanti !" tweeted former India opener Virender Sehwag.

"Saddened to hear about the demise of Chetan Chauhan ji. His contribution to the game as well as to administration will always be remembered! May god give strength to his family & loved ones!" tweeted Gautam Gambhir.

Former India captain and legendary spinner Anil Kumble added in a tweet: "Saddened to hear the passing of Chetan Chauhan. Fondly remember our conversations on the 2007/8 tour of Australia. Heartfelt condolences to his family."

"Sad to hear about the demise of Chetan Chauhan sir, was a fine opening batsmen and forged some great partnerships with Sunny bhai. #COVID19India #ChetanChauhan My deepest condolences to his family and friends. RIP," R Ashwin said in a tweet.

"Sad to learn about the demise of #ChetanChauhan . My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti !" said Indian batting great VVS Laxman in a tweet.

India's Test vice captain Ajinkya Rahane tweeted: "Saddened to know about Chetan Chauhan ji passing away. My condolences to his family." IANS 

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