Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers condolences on the demise of ex-Ahmedabad mayor Mukul Shah
- Posted on January 29, 2024
- Lifestyle
- By Arijit Dutta
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Former Ahmedabad Mayor Dr Mukul Shah, aged 74, passed away due to a heart ailment. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences, highlighting Shah's role in the city's development and dedication to quality education. Shah, a former municipal councilor and mayor, also served as pro-vice-chancellor of Gujarat University and chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Tribal University.

Former
Ahmedabad Mayor
Dr Mukul Shah, aged 74, passed away due to a heart ailment, leaving behind
a legacy of civic and academic service. The news was confirmed by Gaurang
Prajapati, a BJP leader in the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), who
mentioned that Shah had undergone angiography earlier in the day.
Prime
Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his sympathies and acknowledged Dr Mukul Shah's
contributions to Ahmedabad's growth during his stint as mayor. PM Modi said,
"I'm saddened by the death of Dr Mukul Shah. He will be recognized for his
contributions to the city's development as mayor, as well as his efforts to
promote quality education. Prayers for the departed soul and condolences to his
family."
Dr. Mukul Shah was a municipal councilor in Ahmedabad from 1980 to 1987 before becoming mayor in 1991-92. His influence extended beyond politics, as he was appointed pro-vice-chancellor of Gujarat University in 2012 and 2014. Later, he became the chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Tribal University in Amarkantak.
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Shah,
a qualified MBBS and MD in obstetrics and gynecology, contributed significantly
to the academic realm, serving as a registrar and professor at the AMC-run NHL
Medical College. His passing at 8.30 pm at his residence marks the end of an
era in Ahmedabad's political and academic circles.
The city mourns the loss of a leader dedicated to its progress and the cause of quality education. Dr Mukul Shah's demise is not only a setback for the political arena but also a poignant moment for the academic institutions he served. As the nation bids farewell to this esteemed figure, the echoes of his contributions resonate in the hearts of those who witnessed his impactful journey.