Archive · 6 Dec 2025
NSCN-IM mourns ex-Governor Swaraj Kaushal's death
Swaraj Kaushal, a former Mizoram Governor and senior advocate, passed away on December 4, 2023, at the age of 73 due to chest pain.
He was known for his significant role in the Naga peace talks and the Mizoram Peace Accord.
The NSCN-IM leader, Thuingaleng Muivah, expressed deep sorrow over his demise, highlighting Kaushal's contributions and his deep understanding of the Naga political issue.
Kaushal's ashes were immersed in the Ganga River at Brijghat, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, on December 5, 2023, with family members and local officials in attendance.
He was married to the late Sushma Swaraj, a former Union Minister, and is survived by his daughter, Bansuri Swaraj, a BJP MP.
Kaushal's career spanned various notable roles, including serving as a member of Parliament and the first Advocate General of Mizoram.
NSCN-IM leader Thuingaleng Muivah expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Swaraj Kaushal, praising his contributions to the Naga peace talks.
Swaraj Kaushal, 73, passed away on December 4, 2023, due to chest pain and was cremated at Delhi's Lodhi Road crematorium.
His ashes were immersed in the Ganga River at Brijghat, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, on December 5, 2023, with family members and local officials in attendance.
Kaushal was a distinguished criminal lawyer, former Mizoram Governor, and played a key role in the Mizoram Peace Accord in 1986.
He was married to the late Sushma Swaraj and is survived by his daughter, Bansuri Swaraj, a BJP MP from the New Delhi constituency.
- Who
- NSCN-IM leader Thuingaleng Muivah and the family of Swaraj Kaushal
- What
- Expression of grief over the demise of Swaraj Kaushal
- When
- December 4, 2023 (death), December 5, 2023 (immersion)
- Where
- Kohima (NSCN-IM statement), Brijghat, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh (immersion)
- Why
- To honor and mourn the contributions and life of Swaraj Kaushal, a distinguished Indian statesman and former Mizoram Governor
NSCN-IM
General
Swaraj Kaushal's Role in Peace Talks
NSCN-IM
NSCN-IM leader Thuingaleng Muivah praised Swaraj Kaushal's significant contributions to the Naga peace talks and his deep understanding of the Naga political issue.
General
Swaraj Kaushal was recognized as a distinguished Indian statesman and a true friend of the Nagas, known for his expertise in the Northeast region's affairs.
- Name
- Swaraj Kaushal
- Age
- 73
- Occupation
- Former Mizoram Governor, Senior Advocate, and Indian Interlocutor to the Naga peace talks
- Cause of Death
- Chest Pain
- Date of Death
- December 4, 2023
- Cremation Location
- Lodhi Road Crematorium, Delhi
- Ashes Immersion Location
- Brijghat, Hapur, Uttar Pradesh
- Date of Immersion
- December 5, 2023
- Birthdate
- July 12, 1952
- Political Affiliation
- Haryana Vikas Party
- Spouse
- Late Sushma Swaraj (Former Union Minister)
- Child
- Bansuri Swaraj (BJP MP)
- Notable Roles
- First Advocate General of Mizoram, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha)
