Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Monday condoled the death of former chief election commissioner T N Seshan, remembering his contribution to bring electoral reforms in the country.
Seshan (86) died in Chennai Sunday following a cardiac arrest.
“Deeply saddened by the passing away of former Chief Election Commissioner & Ramon Magasysay awardee #TNSeshan. At the helm of @ECISVEEP, he stressed major electoral reforms and was well respected across party lines for his integrity & dedication towards democratic processes,” Patnaik tweeted.
Deeply saddened by the passing away of former Chief Election Commissioner & Ramon Magsaysay awardee #TNSeshan. At the helm of @ECISVEEP, he stressed major electoral reforms and was well respected across party lines for his integrity & dedication towards democratic processes.
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) November 11, 2019
Seshan was credited with ushering in major electoral reforms during his tenure as the 10th CEC between December 12, 1990, and December 11, 1996.
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