Kolkata's Laal Da Dies Of Cardiac Arrest, Mamata Banerjee Expresses Condolences

Kolkata: Trinamool Congress party's senior leader Nasiruddin Ahmed from Kaliganj constituency in Nadia district died of a cardiac arrest on Sunday, party officials said. The MLA was popularly known as 'Laal Da' in the area.

On Saturday around 11:50 am, Ahmed complained of health issues at his home. Following this, he was rushed to Palasi Hospital, where he passed away in the early morning on Sunday.

In a post on X(formerly Twitter), West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed condolences and wrote: "Saddened by the sudden demise of my colleague Nasiruddin Ahmed ( Laal), MLA from Kaliganj, Nadia."

TMC Chairperson said, "A veteran public worker and political representative, he was our trustworthy asset. He was a lawyer and a very good social worker, and I truly valued him."

She extended her condolences to his family, friends, and supporters. The former legal professional-turned-lawmaker won his first assembly seat with the TMC in 2011 and secured another victory in the 2021 elections.

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