Former Railway Minister Mukul Roy Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Kolkata
Veteran politician and former Union Railway Minister Mukul Roy passed away following a cardiac arrest at Apollo Hospital in Kolkata early Monday morning. He was 71. His son, Subhranshu Roy, confirmed that he died at around 1:30 am while undergoing treatment.
Roy was a prominent political figure in West Bengal and had represented the Krishnanagar Uttar constituency in the West Bengal Legislative Assembly. Over his decades-long career, he also served as India’s 32nd Railway Minister and was elected twice to the Rajya Sabha from West Bengal.
Founding Member of Trinamool Congress
Mukul Roy was one of the founding members of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) and played a key role in strengthening the party’s organisational structure. He served in several senior positions, including national general secretary, before being removed from the post in February 2015.
Political Shift and Return
In November 2017, Roy joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a major shift in his political career. However, he later returned to the Trinamool Congress on June 11, 2021, rejoining the party he had helped build.
Legacy in Indian Politics
Roy was widely regarded as a skilled political strategist and influential leader in West Bengal politics. His death marks the end of a significant chapter in the state’s political landscape, with leaders across parties expected to pay tribute to his contributions to public life.
