Shivraj Patil Death: Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil passed away this morning at his residence in Latur. He was 90 years old. He was not well for the past few days. Shivraj Patil was born on October 12, 1935 in Chakur village of Latur district in Maharashtra and was a towering figure in Indian politics, remembered for his long and distinguished career marked by many important responsibilities in Parliament, the central government and state legislatures.
Shivraj Patil Death: Who is Shivraj Patil?
A senior leader of the Indian National Congress, he served as the 10th Speaker of the Lok Sabha and held several important positions over more than four decades in public life. Patil entered national politics in 1980 when he was first elected to the 7th Lok Sabha, holding the seat for seven consecutive terms until 2004. During 1980–1990, he served on the Joint Committee on Salaries and Allowances of Members of Parliament and later became its Chairman.
His tenure in Parliament was filled with wide-ranging assignments in various ministries, including serving as Minister of State for several departments including Defence, Commerce, Science and Technology, Atomic Energy, Electronics, Space and Ocean Development, Biotechnology, Personnel and Training, Public Grievances and Pensions, Administrative Reforms, Defence Production, Civil Aviation and Tourism.
Shivraj Patil Death: His Role in Mumbai Attack 26/11
In addition to his role as a Member of Parliament, he was appointed Union Home Minister (2004–2008). Following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, he resigned on November 30, 2008, taking moral responsibility for the security lapses.
PM Modi offers his condolences
श्री शिवराज पाटील जी यांच्या निधनाने दुःख झाले आहे. ते एक अनुभवी नेते होते. सार्वजनिक जीवनातील आपल्या प्रदीर्घ कारकिर्दीत त्यांनी आमदार, खासदार, केंद्रीय मंत्री, महाराष्ट्र विधानसभेचे तसेच लोकसभेचे अध्यक्ष म्हणून काम केले. समाजाच्या कल्याणासाठी योगदान देण्याच्या ध्येयाने ते… pic.twitter.com/aqQVerLnhn
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 12, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the passing of senior Congress leader and former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil, saying he was deeply passionate about contributing to the welfare of society. A seasoned leader, he served as an MLA, MP, Union Minister, Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, and Speaker of the Lok Sabha during his long public life. He had a deep passion for contributing to the welfare of society.
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