03 Apr 2024  |   06:35am IST

Dinesh Vaghela, founder member of AAP passes away

Dinesh Vaghela, founder member of AAP passes away

Team Herald

PANJIM:  One of the founding members of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Dinesh Vaghela, passed away on Monday night, after a brief illness. AAP Goa Vice President Valmiki Naik confirmed the news, stating that Vaghela, 73, breathed his last at his residence in Panjim.

Dinesh Vaghela was an integral part of the AAP, serving as a member of the National Executive and was among the pioneers who joined the party in its early days, following the India Against Corruption movement. Originally hailing from Gujarat, Vaghela had made Goa his home. He was also entrusted with the responsibility of heading the Disciplinary Committee within the party.

Expressing condolences at Vaghela's passing away, AAP Goa Working President Valmiki Naik stated that the party had lost a major leader. He inspired and guided many of us on the difficult path of hones politics, Naik said. 

The last rites of Vaghela were performed at the St. Inez Crematorium. Vaghela is survived by his wife Theresa and sons Geet and Kabir.

The demise of Dinesh Vaghela marks a significant loss for the Aam Aadmi Party, as he contributed immensely to its principles and growth. 


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