Sushil Kumar Modi, a prominent figure in Bihar's political landscape representing the BJP, has passed away at the age of 72 after a battle with cancer. The news of his demise was shared by the Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary on platform X, highlighting the significant gap Modi's absence will leave in the party's fabric in the state.
During a political pivot when Nitish Kumar allied with Lalu Yadav to form a grand alliance government, it was Modi who orchestrated a return to power for the BJP. He relentlessly held 48 press conferences that revealed the misdoings of Lalu Yadav's family, fully exposing them to the public eye.
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Despite being a political opponent, Lalu Yadav and the RJD family expressed deep condolences at the news of Modi's death. Lalu Prasad Yadav reminisced about their time as fellow student leaders during the 1974 movement and acknowledged the immense void Modi's passing leaves behind—an irreplaceable loss for the state and the country.
Sushil Modi was known as a compelling speaker and a leader who carved his niche through adversity. His political journey was remarkable, elevating BJP's stature in Bihar.
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Leaders from the RJD, including former Chief Minister Rabri Devi, Tejashwi Yadav, Tej Pratap Yadav, Dr. Misa Bharti, and others, offered their heartfelt condolences, recognizing the significant impact Modi had on the state's political landscape.
Sushil Modi Stood by Nitish Kumar
When the state BJP leader Sanjay Jaiswal faced aggression over the Agnipath scheme, Sushil Modi came to Nitish Kumar's defense, affirming his support for the state government's stance amidst the turmoil.
