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Former Deputy CM Alla Nani’s last rites performed with State honours
Housing Minister Kolusu Prathasarathi extols the late leader’s services as Health Minister during the COVID-19 pandemic, promises all support from the TDP and the State government to the bereaved family
The last rites of former Deputy Chief Minister Alla Kali Krishna Srinivas (Nani) were performed with full State honours at Shanivarapupeta in Eluru on Thursday.
Minister of Housing and Information and Public Relations Kolusu Parthasarathi supervised the arrangements. The mortal remains of Mr. Nani, kept for public homage, were taken in a specially decorated vehicle through the streets of the city to the place where the last rites were performed, where the police accorded a gun salute and ceremonial honours. Mr. Nani’s wife, two sons and other family members attended the last rites.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Parthasarathi said Mr. Nani’s demise was an irreparable loss to Eluru district and the State. He said Mr. Nani had made significant contributions to resolving public issues during his tenure as an MLA, MLC, and Deputy Chief Minister.
