Tamil Nadu: Senior AIADMK MP S Rajendran dies in car-accident
AIADMK Lok Sabha MP S Rajendran died Saturday after a car in which he was traveling rammed into a road median at Tindivanam, Tamil Nadu. The 62-year-old MP representing Villupuram suffered serious injuries and died on the spot this morning, said police. According to preliminary inquiries, the driver of his car lost control of the vehicle and hit the road median. Here's more.
Driver lost control, hit the road median at Tindivanam: Police
"Two others who were with the MP, his driver and a relative who assisted him in his work, were taken to a local hospital and then shifted to Government Medical College Hospital at Mundiyampakkam (Villupuram)," a police official said. The accident occurred after the driver lost control of the vehicle and hit a road median at Tindivanam, said police, adding a probe was on.
Chief Minister K Palaniswami condoled the death of Rajendran
Meanwhile, Chief Minister K Palaniswami condoled Rajendran's death and said he was anguished to learn about it. He lauded Rajendran's for his efficient work as an MP, long service to the people, and for his commitment to the AIADMK's principles.
His death is a huge loss for AIADMK, said Palaniswami
"Rajendran has been in public life for a long time and worked for the people's welfare. He was affable and held many responsibilities in the party. His death is a huge loss for the AIADMK and the people," Palaniswami said in a statement. Palaniswami conveyed his condolences to Rajendran's family members, party colleagues and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
