The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, has condoled the death of Shri Abdul Ghafoor, former Chief Minister of Bihar.

In a condolence message, Dr. Manmohan Singh recalled Shri Ghafoor's simplicity, honesty and integrity. During his long political career, Shri Ghafoor held several important positions including that of the Chief Minister of Bihar, as well as Union Minister. In his death, the country has lost a leading political figure, the Prime Minister added.