By Our Correspondent
NEW DELHI: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Chief Justice of India, Shri RC Lahoti. Former CJI Ramesh Chandra Lahoti died at a hospital in New Delhi, family sources said. He was 81.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;”Anguished by the passing away of former CJI Shri RC Lahoti Ji. He will be remembered for his contributions to the judiciary and emphasis on ensuring speedy justice to the underprivileged. Condolences to his family and well-wishers. Om Shanti.”
Ramesh Chandra Lahoti was the 35th Chief Justice of India, serving from 1 June 2004 to 1 November 2005.
