GUWAHATI, Jan 29 - Governor Prof Jagdish Mukhi has condoled the death of former Union Minister George Fernandes. In a condolence message, he said, �Pained to learn the passing away of George Fernandes, a former minister, a trade unionist and above all, a great human being. May his soul rest in peace.�
Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, condoling the demise said, �I am saddened to learn the death of George Fernandes, a towering mass leader who worked tirelessly for the empowerment of poor and marginalised sections of the society. He also contributed immensely as a Union Minister and had played a great role for the growth of the country. His death is a huge loss to the nation. A fearless leader, he spoke vociferously for the ideology he stood for. As a trade union leader he also contributed greatly for socio-economic development of the working class.�
