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BJP leader and sitting MLA from the Nagrota Assembly constituency, Devender Singh Rana died on Thursday. Rana, who was the brother of the Union Minister Jitendra Singh, took his last breath at a hospital at Faridabad in the National Capital Region.

Prime Minister on Friday offered his condolences on the demise of Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Devender Singh Rana and said that the BJP leader worked diligently towards Jammu and Kashmir's progress.

"Shri Devender Singh Rana Ji's untimely demise is shocking. He was a veteran leader, who worked diligently towards Jammu and Kashmir's progress. He had just won the Assembly polls and had also played a noteworthy role in making the BJP stronger in J-K. In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with his family and supporters. Om Shanti," PM Modi posted on X.

J-K CM Omar Abdullah, BJP members and several leaders from other political parties have shared heartfelt condolences, honoring him for his significant contributions to the region.

"The terrible news from late last night isn't really sinking in. I know the last few years have been marked by our differences Devender but I prefer to focus on the fun times we shared together, the excellent work we did together and the memories. You have been taken from us all too soon and will be missed. May your soul rest in peace now DSR. My heart goes out to your family as I struggle to find the words to convey my condolences to them," J-K CM posted on X.

"Deeply shocked and saddened by the untimely passing of Sh. Devender Singh Rana Ji, MLA, Nagrota, J&K. A dedicated BJP leader and true representative of the people of J&K. His invaluable contributions, warmth, and commitment to service will be remembered by all. This is an immense loss to our BJP family and to the people he served so selflessly. My heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may God grant his loved ones strength to bear this profound loss," wrote Tarun Chugh, BJP's National General Secretary, condoling the death of Rana.

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Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti expressed grief on his demise and wrote on X, "Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of Devinder Rana ji. Deepest condolences to his family & loved ones."

Devender Singh Rana was a prominent candidate in the recently concluded Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections and secured victory from Nagrota. He won the J-K Assembly elections by defeating Joginder Singh of the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) by 30,472 votes.

As the news of Rana's death spread, hundreds of people, including political leaders, gathered at his residence in the Gandhinagar area of Jammu. Union Minister Jitendra Singh also rushed to his house.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed shock and grief over Rana's sudden demise. "In his passing, we have lost a patriotic and widely respected leader who was committed to the well-being of the people of J&K. I extend my deepest condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti," the LG's office posted on X.

Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary also expressed condolences. "This news is especially disheartening on an auspicious day (Diwali). My condolences are extended to his family and PMO @DrJitendraSingh ji on the loss of his younger brother. Deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. Om Shanti," Choudhary wrote on X.