United AP Legislative Council former Chairman Dr Chakrapani passes away in Hyderabad; CM condoles

Hyderabad, Nov 4 (TNT): Former Chairman of the erstwhile united Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council Dr A. Chakrapani passed away at his residence here on Wednesday. He was 83.

Dr Chakrapani was the first Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council after its revival in 2007 and served in the position for over a decade.

A lawyer and scholar of legislative practices, he was also a veteran Congress leader.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy expressed profound grief over his demise.

In a condolence message, the Chief Minister recalled that Chakrapani had served as the first Chairman of the Legislative Council after its restoration in the united Andhra Pradesh and discharged his responsibilities with commitment and dedication.

He said Chakrapani had immense respect for parliamentary traditions and conducted the proceedings of the Council impartially.

Revanth Reddy also recalled his nearly five decades of public life and appreciated his contributions to public service.

The Chief Minister prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace and conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

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