Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Modi breathed his last on Monday at AIIMS Delhi. He had been&nbsp;battling throat cancer for the last seven months. Born on January 5, 1952, he was 72 years old.&nbsp;

Earlier in April this year, the BJP leader said he won't be able to join party campaigns and rallies due to his poor health condition in the wake of Lok Sabha elections.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the BJP leader wrote, “I have been battling cancer for the past six months. I felt that it was time to tell people about it. I will not be able to do anything during the Lok Sabha elections. I have told the Prime Minister everything."&nbsp;

In addition to his role as Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Modi also served as Bihar's finance minister. With a political career spanning more than 30 years, he played a pivotal role in shaping Bihar's political environment and made significant contributions to the state's political arena.

Reacting to Sushil Kumar&nbsp;Modi's demise, PM Modi wrote on X,&nbsp;"I am deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Sushil Modi, my valuable colleague in the party and my friend for decades. He has played an invaluable role in the rise and success of BJP in Bihar. Strongly opposing the Emergency, he made a name for himself in student politics. My condolences are with his family and supporters in this hour of grief. Om Shanti!"

BJP National President JP Nadda posted on X, "The news of the demise of senior BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sushil Modi is extremely sad. From the Vidhyarthi Parishad till now, we have worked together for the organization for a long time. Sushil Modi's entire life was dedicated to Bihar. His efforts have been very helpful in bringing Bihar out of jungle raj and putting it on the path of development. His absence is an irreparable loss for countless workers. May God give peace to the departed soul and strength to the family members."

BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Mandi and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut wrote on X, "The demise of former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sushil Kumar Modi ji has left a sudden void in the BJP family. He will be remembered for his fight against corruption and ensuring an era of good governance in Bihar. My thoughts are with his family and friends. Om shanti."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Modi breathed his last on Monday at AIIMS Delhi. He had been battling throat cancer for the last seven months.

Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and BJP Rajya Sabha MP Sushil Kumar Modi breathed his last on Monday at AIIMS Delhi. He had been battling throat cancer for the last seven months. Born on January 5, 1952, he was 72 years old. Earlier in April this year, the BJP leader said he won't be able to join party campaigns and rallies due to his poor health condition in the wake of Lok Sabha elections. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the BJP leader wrote, “I have been battling cancer for the past six months. I felt that it was time to tell people about it. I will not be able to do anything during the Lok Sabha elections. I have told the Prime Minister everything." In addition to his role as Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, Modi also served as Bihar's finance minister. With a political career spanning more than 30 years, he played a pivotal role in shaping Bihar's political environment and made significant contributions to the state's political arena. Reacting to Sushil Kumar Modi's demise, PM Modi wrote on X, "I am deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Sushil Modi, my valuable colleague in the party and my friend for decades. He has played an invaluable role in the rise and success of BJP in Bihar. Strongly opposing the Emergency, he made a name for himself in student politics. My condolences are with his family and supporters in this hour of grief. Om Shanti!" BJP National President JP Nadda posted on X, "The news of the demise of senior BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sushil Modi is extremely sad. From the Vidhyarthi Parishad till now, we have worked together for the organization for a long time. Sushil Modi's entire life was dedicated to Bihar. His efforts have been very helpful in bringing Bihar out of jungle raj and putting it on the path of development. His absence is an irreparable loss for countless workers. May God give peace to the departed soul and strength to the family members." BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Mandi and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut wrote on X, "The demise of former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sushil Kumar Modi ji has left a sudden void in the BJP family. He will be remembered for his fight against corruption and ensuring an era of good governance in Bihar. My thoughts are with his family and friends. Om shanti." (With inputs from agencies)

BJP MP Sushil Kumar Modi dies of cancer at 72; PM Modi ‘deeply saddened’

Sushil Kumar Modi, former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and prominent BJP leader, died at the age of 72 on Monday. Sushil Kumar Modi announced in April of this year that he was suffering from cancer and will not run in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections because of his health.

“I’m battling cancer for the last six months. Now, I think, time has come to let people know about this. I would be unable to campaign in&nbsp;Lok Sabha&nbsp;elections. I’ve informed PM everything. Always grateful and dedicated to the country, Bihar and the party," he had posted on X.

The former Rajya Sabha MP's mortal remains will be taken to his house in Patna's Rajendra Nagar area on Tuesday&nbsp;(May 14), and the last rituals will be held later that day.

<h2>Who was Sushil Kumar Modi?</h2>

Sushil Kumar Modi was born on January 5, 1952. He was involved in politics as a student activist at Patna University, where he eventually held the position of general secretary for the Students' Union in 1973. Lalu Prasad, his eventual political adversary, was the union's president at the time.

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Sushil Modi held a variety of posts over his three-decade political career, including MLA, MLC, and Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members. He served as Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister from 2005 to 2013, and again from 2017 to 2020.

In 1990, the seasoned politician was elected MLA for the first time from the Patna Central constituency. He also led the opposition in the state assembly from 1996 until 2004.&nbsp;

Sushil Modi entered national politics in 2004 when he was elected to the Lok Sabha from Bhagalpur. However, in 2005, he resigned from the Lok Sabha to join the legislative council and became Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister. He was a lifetime member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Sushil Kumar Modi, former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and prominent BJP leader, died at the age of 72 on Monday. Sushil Kumar Modi announced in April of this year that he was suffering from cancer and will not run in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections because of his health.

Sushil Kumar Modi, former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and prominent BJP leader, died at the age of 72 on Monday. Sushil Kumar Modi announced in April of this year that he was suffering from cancer and will not run in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections because of his health. “I’m battling cancer for the last six months. Now, I think, time has come to let people know about this. I would be unable to campaign in Lok Sabha elections. I’ve informed PM everything. Always grateful and dedicated to the country, Bihar and the party," he had posted on X. The former Rajya Sabha MP's mortal remains will be taken to his house in Patna's Rajendra Nagar area on Tuesday (May 14), and the last rituals will be held later that day. Who was Sushil Kumar Modi? Sushil Kumar Modi was born on January 5, 1952. He was involved in politics as a student activist at Patna University, where he eventually held the position of general secretary for the Students' Union in 1973. Lalu Prasad, his eventual political adversary, was the union's president at the time. Also read: BJP MP Sushil Kumar Modi dies of cancer at 72, PM Modi 'deeply saddened' Sushil Modi held a variety of posts over his three-decade political career, including MLA, MLC, and Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha members. He served as Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister from 2005 to 2013, and again from 2017 to 2020. In 1990, the seasoned politician was elected MLA for the first time from the Patna Central constituency. He also led the opposition in the state assembly from 1996 until 2004. Sushil Modi entered national politics in 2004 when he was elected to the Lok Sabha from Bhagalpur. However, in 2005, he resigned from the Lok Sabha to join the legislative council and became Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister. He was a lifetime member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). (With inputs from agencies)

Who was Sushil Kumar Modi? Former Deputy CM of Bihar who passed away at 72

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi has written to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, requesting her to release Rs 7,434 crore grants, recommended by the 15th Finance Commission, within this quarter of the current fiscal amid declining state revenue due to coronavirus lockdown.&nbsp;

He requested her to release Rs 5, 018 crores for panchayat raj institutions and Rs 2,416 crore for urban local bodies for the financial year 2020-21, as per the recommendation of the Finance Commission, according to news agency PTI.

If the amount is released in the first quarter of the fiscal, it will be helpful for the government to implement piped drinking water project and drainage scheme, the state finance minister wrote in the letter.

The deputy chief minister also urged the Centre to extend funds for payment of salaries of the university teachers and the central share of Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan.

An amount of Rs 2,499 crore under the SSA programme will be spent to pay salaries of contractual teachers in the first quarter.

Besides, around Rs 999 crore will be used towards salary payment to university teachers in this April-June quarter, the state finance minister said.

He said an amount of Rs 767 crore has already been paid to universities for salary payment, as per the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission.

According to the guidelines laid down by the UGC, 50 per cent of it has to be borne by the central government, he added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from PTI)

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi has written to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, requesting her to release Rs 7,434 crore grants, recommended by the 15th Finance Commission, within this quarter of the current fiscal amid declining state revenue due to coronavirus lockdown.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi has written to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, requesting her to release Rs 7,434 crore grants, recommended by the 15th Finance Commission, within this quarter of the current fiscal amid declining state revenue due to coronavirus lockdown. He requested her to release Rs 5, 018 crores for panchayat raj institutions and Rs 2,416 crore for urban local bodies for the financial year 2020-21, as per the recommendation of the Finance Commission, according to news agency PTI. If the amount is released in the first quarter of the fiscal, it will be helpful for the government to implement piped drinking water project and drainage scheme, the state finance minister wrote in the letter. The deputy chief minister also urged the Centre to extend funds for payment of salaries of the university teachers and the central share of Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. An amount of Rs 2,499 crore under the SSA programme will be spent to pay salaries of contractual teachers in the first quarter. Besides, around Rs 999 crore will be used towards salary payment to university teachers in this April-June quarter, the state finance minister said. He said an amount of Rs 767 crore has already been paid to universities for salary payment, as per the recommendations of the 7th Pay Commission. According to the guidelines laid down by the UGC, 50 per cent of it has to be borne by the central government, he added. (With inputs from PTI)

Bihar deputy CM Sushil Modi writes to Sitharaman seeking grants for Bihar

No State or official can refuse to take part in the National Population Register (NPR) which is a mandatory exercise, said Sushil Kumar Modi, deputy Chief Minister of Bihar. Not complying with it would be against the Constitution, he said.

While addressing a press conference on Saturday, he announced that the NPR would be updated in Bihar from May 15 to May 28 and that the nationwide exercise has to be carried out between April 1 to September 30.

"NPR is part of population census. No state can refuse to participate in the exercise or refuse to make it. No official can refuse to take part in it," said Sushil Kumar Modi.

"If someone refuses to do it then disciplinary action would be taken and monetary fine of Rs 1000 would be imposed," he said.

"West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan cannot refuse to carry it out. That would be against the Constitution," said Modi.

Union Cabinet on December 24 approved a proposal to update NPR. The NPR was discussed thoroughly at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

At the meeting, the Prime Minister also asked the ministers to reach out to masses to highlight the plight of refugees who have come from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan due to religious persecution.&nbsp; 
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No State or official can refuse to take part in the National Population Register (NPR) which is a mandatory exercise, said Sushil Kumar Modi, deputy Chief Minister of Bihar.

No State or official can refuse to take part in the National Population Register (NPR) which is a mandatory exercise, said Sushil Kumar Modi, deputy Chief Minister of Bihar. Not complying with it would be against the Constitution, he said. While addressing a press conference on Saturday, he announced that the NPR would be updated in Bihar from May 15 to May 28 and that the nationwide exercise has to be carried out between April 1 to September 30. "NPR is part of population census. No state can refuse to participate in the exercise or refuse to make it. No official can refuse to take part in it," said Sushil Kumar Modi. "If someone refuses to do it then disciplinary action would be taken and monetary fine of Rs 1000 would be imposed," he said. "West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan cannot refuse to carry it out. That would be against the Constitution," said Modi. Union Cabinet on December 24 approved a proposal to update NPR. The NPR was discussed thoroughly at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. At the meeting, the Prime Minister also asked the ministers to reach out to masses to highlight the plight of refugees who have come from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan due to religious persecution.

Refusal to take part in NPR by any State or official against Constitution: Sushil Kumar Modi

Amid the war of words between Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/no-change-in-leadership-nitish-to-remain-captain-sushil-modi-248999">Sushil Kumar Modi</a> and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-general-elections-2019/congress-rashtriya-janata-dal-will-push-21st-century-india-into-darkness-pm-modi-in-bihar-218694">Janata Dal</a> (United) vice president Prashant Kishor, state Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday clarified that "all was well" between the two alliance partners in the state.

"All is well, there is no problem," Kumar told ANI in response to a question on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ahead-of-2019-polls-bjp-jdu-clash-over-seat-sharing-in-bihar-147101">BJP-JDU alliance</a> in Bihar.

The remarks by JD(U) Chief comes after his party's senior leader blazed gun over the alliance by asserting that his party was the senior partner in the alliance and must get more seats. 
Late state's Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Modi criticised Kishor for his statement and said that the 2020 Assembly elections will be fought under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar.

Responding to the statement, Kishor outlined that in Bihar, Chief Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bihar-cm-nitish-kumar-re-elected-as-jdu-president-unopposed-254079">Nitish Kumar</a>'s leadership and the role of JU(U) as the biggest party in the 2015 elections were decided by the people of Bihar and not by the leadership of another party or top leadership.

Amid the war of words between Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi and Janata Dal (United) vice president Prashant Kishor, state Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday clarified that "all was well" between the two alliance partners in the state.

Amid the war of words between Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi and Janata Dal (United) vice president Prashant Kishor, state Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday clarified that "all was well" between the two alliance partners in the state. "All is well, there is no problem," Kumar told ANI in response to a question on the BJP-JDU alliance in Bihar. The remarks by JD(U) Chief comes after his party's senior leader blazed gun over the alliance by asserting that his party was the senior partner in the alliance and must get more seats. Late state's Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Modi criticised Kishor for his statement and said that the 2020 Assembly elections will be fought under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nitish Kumar. Responding to the statement, Kishor outlined that in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's leadership and the role of JU(U) as the biggest party in the 2015 elections were decided by the people of Bihar and not by the leadership of another party or top leadership.

All is well, says Nitish Kumar on BJP-JDU alliance in Bihar

&nbsp;A day after the JD(U) demanded that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar be projected as the BJP-led NDA's face in Bihar, the Janata Dal (United) president today declined to comment on the issue over who will be the 'face' of the NDA in the state when Lok Sabha polls are held next year.

Earlier in the day, Deputy CM and BJP leader Sushil Kumar Modi said Nitish Kumar is the ruling alliance' leader in the state and the NDA will seek votes in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in the name of the JD(U) chief and that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's works.

"This is a special occasion when I would like to see the happiness on all faces. Please do not ask about any other face right now," Kumar quipped in response to queries by reporters.

The journalists gathered at his official residence of the chief minister to attend the Iftaar party organised by him.

When pressed further, he said, "All your queries would be answered at an appropriate time. Right now, let us pray that the holy month of Ramadan brings peace and prosperity to Bihar."

The JD(U) has asserted that the chief minister is the face of the NDA in the state, which is being speculated as an indirect demand for greater share of seats in the parliamentary polls.

Out of the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, the BJP has 22 in addition to nine others held by allies like the LJP and the RLSP.

The BJP and JD(U) fought separately in the 2014 general election.

The JD(U) registered victories in only two seats but has the largest number of MLAs among all coalition partners in the state Assembly. 
"May the followers of all religions live together in peace and may mutual respect flourish. Let us also pray that our state, which suffers the wrath of nature almost every year, does not face drought or floods", Kumar added.

A host of dignitaries, including state Assembly Speaker Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, Deputy Chairman of Legislative Council Haroon Rashid, Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi and cabinet ministers Nand Kishore Yadav and Mangal Pandey attended the Iftaar party.

The journalists gathered at his official residence of the chief minister to attend the Iftaar party organised by him

A day after the JD(U) demanded that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar be projected as the BJP-led NDA's face in Bihar, the Janata Dal (United) president today declined to comment on the issue over who will be the 'face' of the NDA in the state when Lok Sabha polls are held next year. Earlier in the day, Deputy CM and BJP leader Sushil Kumar Modi said Nitish Kumar is the ruling alliance' leader in the state and the NDA will seek votes in the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in the name of the JD(U) chief and that of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's works. "This is a special occasion when I would like to see the happiness on all faces. Please do not ask about any other face right now," Kumar quipped in response to queries by reporters. The journalists gathered at his official residence of the chief minister to attend the Iftaar party organised by him. When pressed further, he said, "All your queries would be answered at an appropriate time. Right now, let us pray that the holy month of Ramadan brings peace and prosperity to Bihar." The JD(U) has asserted that the chief minister is the face of the NDA in the state, which is being speculated as an indirect demand for greater share of seats in the parliamentary polls. Out of the 40 Lok Sabha seats in Bihar, the BJP has 22 in addition to nine others held by allies like the LJP and the RLSP. The BJP and JD(U) fought separately in the 2014 general election. The JD(U) registered victories in only two seats but has the largest number of MLAs among all coalition partners in the state Assembly. "May the followers of all religions live together in peace and may mutual respect flourish. Let us also pray that our state, which suffers the wrath of nature almost every year, does not face drought or floods", Kumar added. A host of dignitaries, including state Assembly Speaker Vijay Kumar Chaudhary, Deputy Chairman of Legislative Council Haroon Rashid, Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi and cabinet ministers Nand Kishore Yadav and Mangal Pandey attended the Iftaar party.

Bihar: Nitish Kumar declines to comment on NDA 'face' issue

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi, who heads the panel on the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN), today said the rates on over 200 daily-use items are expected to come down from 28 per cent to 18 per cent at the GST Council meet tomorrow.

&quot;With a view to giving further relief to small taxpayers (businessmen) and consumers at large, it is expected that tax rates will be brought down from current 28 per cent to 18 per cent on over 200 items of daily use,&quot; he said before flying to Guwahati to participate in the GST Council meet.

Items likely to see the slash in tax rates are those used in every household, including sanitary ware, suitcase, wallpaper, plywood, stationery articles, watch, play instruments, among others, said Modi, who heads a five-member Group of Ministers (GoM) to monitor technology-related implementation issues of the GST.

The objective behind lowering tax on these items falling in the top slab is to give more relief to the small businessmen and consumers, he added.

Modi, who also holds portfolios of finance and commercial taxes in Bihar, said that he would raise the issues of giving more relief to small taxpayers (businessmen) at the Guwahati GST council meeting.

He said that he has held three separate meetings in past 10 days with the representatives of various trade and business bodies from different districts.

On the basis of opinion and suggestions received from various businessmen, trade representatives, the Bihar Deputy Chief Minister said he would raise the issue of simplifying HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) code, invoice matching, the filing of returns at the meeting.

Modi said he would also raise the issue of filing of quarterly returns for all businessmen, reducing late fee for delay in filing returns from Rs 200 per day to Rs 50 per day besides the issue of bills generated for common consumers must include GST in Maximum Retail Price (MRP) itself

The objective behind lowering tax on these items falling in top slab is to give more relief to the small businessmen and consumers, Modi said.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi, who heads the panel on the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN), today said the rates on over 200 daily-use items are expected to come down from 28 per cent to 18 per cent at the GST Council meet tomorrow. "With a view to giving further relief to small taxpayers (businessmen) and consumers at large, it is expected that tax rates will be brought down from current 28 per cent to 18 per cent on over 200 items of daily use," he said before flying to Guwahati to participate in the GST Council meet. Items likely to see the slash in tax rates are those used in every household, including sanitary ware, suitcase, wallpaper, plywood, stationery articles, watch, play instruments, among others, said Modi, who heads a five-member Group of Ministers (GoM) to monitor technology-related implementation issues of the GST. The objective behind lowering tax on these items falling in the top slab is to give more relief to the small businessmen and consumers, he added. Modi, who also holds portfolios of finance and commercial taxes in Bihar, said that he would raise the issues of giving more relief to small taxpayers (businessmen) at the Guwahati GST council meeting. He said that he has held three separate meetings in past 10 days with the representatives of various trade and business bodies from different districts. On the basis of opinion and suggestions received from various businessmen, trade representatives, the Bihar Deputy Chief Minister said he would raise the issue of simplifying HSN (Harmonized System of Nomenclature) code, invoice matching, the filing of returns at the meeting. Modi said he would also raise the issue of filing of quarterly returns for all businessmen, reducing late fee for delay in filing returns from Rs 200 per day to Rs 50 per day besides the issue of bills generated for common consumers must include GST in Maximum Retail Price (MRP) itself

GST on over 200 daily-use items will fall: Sushil Modi