02 Apr 2024  |   07:18pm IST

Founder Member of AAP, Dinesh Vaghela, Passes Away at 73 After Brief Illness

Team Herald

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) mourns the loss of one of its founding members, Dinesh Vaghela, who passed away on Monday night after a brief illness. AAP Goa Vice President Valmiki Naik confirmed the news, stating that Vaghela, aged 73, breathed his last at his residence in Panaji, Goa.

Dinesh Vaghela was an integral part of the AAP, serving as a member of the National Executive. He 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, as mentioned on the official AAP website.

Expressing condolences, AAP Goa Vice President Valmiki Naik stated that the last rites for Vaghela will be conducted on April 2 at the St. Inez Crematorium near Panaji.

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