Former deputy chief minister of bihar sushil kumar modi (posthumously) has been awarded the Padma bhushan for his contribution in the field of public affairs. His wife JC sushil modi received the award from President Draupadi Murmu. bjp leader sushil modi passed away on 13 May 2024.
In a political career spanning nearly thirty years, sushil modi has been a very important face in bihar politics. He held the responsibility of many important posts including mla to MLC, lok sabha and rajya sabha member. He also served as deputy cm of bihar in the Nitish Kumar-led government from 2005 to 2013 and then from 2017 to 2020.
A matter of pride for every Bihari - Vijay Kumar Sinha
Bihar's current deputy cm Vijay Kumar Sinha called it a matter of pride for every Bihari. He wrote on Instagram, "Former deputy chief minister of bihar, senior bjp leader and popular personality, respected sushil kumar modi ji (posthumously) was awarded the Padma bhushan for his incomparable contribution in public life.
The deputy cm said, "This honor was received today by his wife Mrs. JC Modi ji from the hands of Hon. President. This moment is not only emotional but also a matter of pride for every Bihari. Late Modi ji's entire life has been an inspiration for public service, honesty and dedication to principles. Hundreds of salutations to respected sushil kumar modi ji."
Sushil Modi's life will always be a source of inspiration - Shahnawaz
bjp leader and former Union minister Shahnawaz Hussain wrote on Instagram, "Former deputy chief minister of the state and senior bjp leader, respected late sushil kumar modi ji, who played a leading role in the development of bihar, being awarded the Padma bhushan posthumously is a moment of great pride for all Biharis and bjp workers. sushil kumar modi Ji served bihar and the countrymen throughout his life and set an example of public service with simplicity and integrity in politics. His life will always be a source of inspiration."
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