Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister Major General (Retd) Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness. He was 91 years old. Khanduri had been undergoing treatment for an extended period and was admitted to Max Super Speciality Hospital. His demise brought a wave of sorrow across Uttarakhand as political leaders, officials and supporters recalled his decades of committed public service. Tributes flowed in from leaders across party lines who described him as one of the most respected voices in Uttarakhand's political ecosystem. Khanduri was widely admired for his disciplined work ethic and his reputation for transparent governance.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed profound sorrow over the demise of the former CM, calling it an "irreparable loss" for the state as well as for national political life. In a heartfelt message on X, Dhami recalled Khanduri’s exemplary service, saying, "While serving in the Indian Army, Shri Khanduri Ji exemplified unparalleled dedication to national service, discipline, and commitment.” He further highlighted how the late leader’s simplicity, integrity and forward-looking governance created a special place for him among the people of Uttarakhand. Dhami prayed for peace for the departed soul and strength for the bereaved family.
Who was Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri?
Khanduri, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, served two terms as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand from 2007 to 2009 and again from 2011 to 2012. Before his tenure in state politics, he represented the Garhwal parliamentary seat in the 16th Lok Sabha and earned recognition for his administrative discipline and commitment to governance, shaped in part by his extensive military background.
