PM Modi condoles demise of VHP's Anand Shankar Pandya

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his condolences and expressed grief on the demise of former Vice President of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) Anand Shankar Pandya.

"Shri Anand Shankar Pandya Ji was a prolific author and public intellectual who wrote extensively on history, public policy and spirituality. He was passionate about India's growth. He was active in the VHP and worked selflessly towards social service. Saddened by his demise," Prime Minister Modi said in a tweet.

"My mind goes back to the many interactions I had with Shri Anand Shankar Pandya Ji. It was a delight to hear from him several anecdotes of his interactions with great freedom fighters and insights on issues. Spoke to his family and expressed condolences on his demise. Om Shanti," he added.

( With inputs from ANI )