Posted On:
15 DEC 2021 3:57PM by PIB Chennai
Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Dr L Murugan today expressed condolences over the demise of Group Captain Varun Singh, who succumbed this morning to the injuries sustained in the helicopter accident on 8 December, 2021.
In a tweet in Tamil, Dr Murugan said, "I was saddened to know the passing away of Group Captain Varun Singh who was getting medical treatment after sustaining injuries in the chopper crash in Coonoor. I extend my deep condolences to his family. I pray for his soul to rest in peace. Om Shanti."
Group Captain Varun Singh who was being treated for severe burns died this morning. Announcing this, an Indian Air Force statement said, "The IAF is deeply saddened to inform the passing away of brave heart Group Captain Varun Singh, who succumbed this morning to the injuries sustained in the helicopter accident on 08 Dec 21. IAF offers sincere condolences and stands firmly with the bereaved family."
**********