India's first Environment Minister Digvijaysinh Zala passes away at 88

India's first Environment Minister Digvijaysinh Zala passes away at 88

India's first Environment Minister Digvijaysinh Zala passes away at 88

India's first union environment minister and MLA from Gujarat's Wankaner Digvijaysinh Zala passed away at the age of 88.

Establishing the Environment ministry under Prime minister Indira Gandhi, Digvijaysinh Zala became the first Environment Minister of the country from 1982 to 1984.

PM Modi condoles demise of former Union Minister, Shri Digvijaysinh Zala

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of former Union Minister, Shri Digvijaysinh Zala.

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In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Anguished by the demise of former Union Minister, Shri Digvijaysinh Zala Ji. He played an active role in Gujarat and national politics. He will be remembered for his community service and passion towards the environment. Condolences to his family. Om Shanti."