Vikrant Shekhawat : Sep 14, 2024, 09:25 AM
Zubair Khan Death: Rajasthan politics has suffered a major setback. Senior Congress leader and MLA from Ramgarh assembly constituency of Alwar district, Zubair Khan passed away on Saturday, September 14 morning. Khan, who was facing health problems for the last few months, died at his farm house near Alwar. He had a liver transplant about a year ago, but despite this his health did not improve.Struggling with health problemsZubair Khan's health had improved for some time after the liver transplant, but he could not recover completely. He was admitted to Medanta Hospital six months ago due to a rash of diseases. However, there was no significant improvement in his health and 15 days ago the doctors discharged him from the hospital. On Saturday morning, the news of his demise caused deep grief in political circles. His body will be buried at 5:50 pm today.Impressive career in the world of politicsZubair Khan's political career has been impressive and inspiring. He was a resident of Machdi village in Alwar district and was active in public service since his student life. In 1990, at the age of only 25, he was elected MLA from Ramgarh assembly constituency for the first time. His political journey continued till he became MLA for the fourth time in 2023. His father, Bagh Singh, was also active in politics and had been the Sarpanch of the Gram Panchayat.Important role in Congress partyLate Zuber Khan was close to the Gandhi family and a dedicated leader of the Congress party. He worked actively with Priyanka Gandhi for many years in Uttar Pradesh and played an important role in election management. His contribution was invaluable to the party. In the assembly elections held in 2023, he became a Congress MLA for the fourth time, which confirms his stability and influence in politics.Services in various rolesZuber Khan played various roles in politics. He became active in politics during his student life and Congress made him the National Vice President of NSUI. After this, he also joined the National Executive of Youth Congress. After becoming an MLA for the second time in 1993, he was also elected MLA in 2003 and 2023. Apart from this, his wife, Safia Khan also became an MLA on a Congress ticket in 2018. In 2012, he was also made the secretary of the All India Congress Committee.Funeral and tributesThe demise of Zuber Khan is an irreparable loss for the Congress party and his supporters. The time for his last journey has been fixed and his mortal remains will be buried at 5:50 pm today. His memories and contributions will always live on in politics and society.May the soul of Zuber Khan rest in peace. His contributions and services will always be remembered.