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Former Union minister and Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passes away

January 6, 2026

Former Union minister and senior Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passed away at the age of 81 in Pune after a prolonged illness. He was a notable political figure and had significant contributions to sports administration, serving as the president of the Indian Olympic Association.

Suresh Kalmadi. File

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Suresh Kalmadi died at 3.30 am in Pune.
He served as Union Minister of State for Railways.
Kalmadi was a former president of the Indian Olympic Association.
He represented Pune multiple times in the Lok Sabha.
His death prompted condolences from leaders across political parties.

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Former Union minister and Congress leader Suresh Kalmadi passes away

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