Chandigarh, Dec 20 (Reporter) Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya on Friday expressed profound sorrow and grief over the demise of former Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala. Chautala died at Gurugram following a cardiac arrest at the age of 89. In his condolence message, he described Chautala as a seasoned politician and a visionary leader who dedicated his life to the service of the people of Haryana. “Shri Om Prakash Chautala ji’s contributions to the development of Haryana and his commitment to the welfare of its people particularly "Kisan" will always be remembered. His demise is a great loss to the state and its people,” said Dattatraya. Recalling his personal experience with Chautala, the Governor said: “When I was the Union Urban Development Minister, Chautala was the CM of Haryana. He met me regarding the development of NCR.” “During the meeting of NCR Development Board, Chautala, who was also a member, used to share his valuable insights and vision about the region’s all-round development.” “Despite age, Chautala was active in public life. Only recently I met his son Abhay Chautala at Raj Bhavan. I inquired about Chautala’s health and conveyed my best wishes to him. Dattatraya spoke to Abhay Chautala today and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for strength to help them endure this irreparable loss. “May the departed soul rest in eternal peace,” said he. Former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda has expressed deep grief over the demise of Om Prakash Chautala. Paying tribute to the departed soul, he said that he had strong relations both in his family and political sphere. His sudden demise is extremely saddening, Hooda said...////...