Media Bodies Mourn the Demise of Chief Minister Pema Khandu’s Mother

ITANAGAR I Jun I 26:

The Arunachal Press Club (APC) and the Arunachal Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) have expressed profound sorrow over the demise of Leki Zangmu, the mother of Chief Minister Pema Khandu.

Fondly known as Ama Lezang, Zangmu breathed her last at the Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences in Naharlagun on Wednesday at the age of 75.

In their condolence messages, the APC and APUWJ extended their deepest sympathies to chief minister Khandu and his family during this time of immense grief.

Both organizations highlighted the significant contributions of Ama Lezang to the community and acknowledged her role in nurturing and guiding the state’s leader.

“The passing of Ama Lezang is a tremendous loss for the Khandu family and the entire state of Arunachal Pradesh. We extend our heartfelt condolences and stand in solidarity with the chief minister and his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Minister Khandu and his family during this difficult time,” the APC and APUWJ said in a joint statement.

The APC and APUWJ, along with the well-wishers and citizens, join in mourning her passing and offering prayers for her soul to rest in eternal peace, the organisations added.