PTC Web Desk:  Samajwadi Party MLA Sudhakar Singh, who represented the Ghosi Assembly constituency in Uttar Pradesh’s Mau district, passed away early Thursday at a private hospital in Lucknow. He was 67.

According to his family, Sudhakar Singh developed breathing complications shortly after landing at Varanasi airport on Tuesday following his return from Delhi. He was initially admitted to a hospital in Varanasi and later shifted to Lucknow for advanced treatment, his son Sujeet Singh said.

Sujeet confirmed that his father breathed his last around 7 am, adding that he had been dealing with cardiac-related health problems.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief over the MLA’s demise. In a post on X, he said the death of Sudhakar Singh was “deeply saddening” and offered his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. He prayed for peace to the departed soul and strength for the family to cope with the loss.

Leaders across the political spectrum also extended their sympathies, remembering Sudhakar Singh’s contribution to public service.