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Delhi's First Woman Mayor Shakuntala Arya Dies at 98
Shakuntala Arya, who was the first woman mayor of Delhi, passed away at the age of 98.
She was also the former president of the BJP Mahila Morcha.
Her last rites were performed at the Lodhi Road crematorium.
Many BJP leaders and family members were present to pay their respects.
She was known for her work in women's education and her 'Clean Delhi Campaign' in 1997.
The BJP expressed grief over her demise and recalled her dedicated public service.
Shakuntala Arya, Delhi's first woman mayor, dies at 98.
Last rites performed at Lodhi Road crematorium.
BJP leaders and family members pay respects.
Known for her work in women's education and the 'Clean Delhi Campaign'.
BJP president Harsh Malhotra expresses grief over her demise.
- Who
- Shakuntala Arya, Delhi's first woman mayor and former president of the BJP Mahila Morcha
- What
- Death of Shakuntala Arya
- Where
- New Delhi
- When
- Saturday
- Why
- Natural causes at the age of 98
BJP's Tribute
Family's Grief
Public Service
BJP's Tribute
BJP highlights her dedicated public service from the late 1980s to 2005.
Family's Grief
Family mourns the loss of a beloved family member and public figure.
Key facts
- Name
- Shakuntala Arya
- Age
- 98
- Position
- First Woman Mayor of Delhi
- Last Rites
- Lodhi Road crematorium
- Notable Campaign
- Clean Delhi Campaign (1997)
Sources
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