Jharkhand's Lokayukta Justice DN Prasad passes due to Corona in AIIMS New Delhi

Ranchi, Jharkhand's Lokayukta Justice Dhruv Narayan Prasad passed away on 29 Jun battling Coronavirus at AIIMS New Delhi.

Chief Minister Hemant Soren has expressed his grief over the passing away of the Lokayukta. In his condolence message, he said that while working in the judicial field Justice Upadhyay ably carried out various responsibilities. He prayed to the almighty to rest his soul in peace and give strength to the family members to overcome the burden of loss.

Justice DN Prasad who was 67 breathed his last at AIIMS at around 0230hrs. On May 15 he was detected positive for Coronavirus and on May 18 he was admitted to a private hospital in Bariyatu. On May 25 he was admitted to Medica Hospital.

However, as his condition failed to improve he was taken to AIIMS New Delhi on June 11 and kept on a ventilator. He had one more year left in his tenure as the Lokayukta of the state. Justice DN Prasad was set to retire from the post in February 2022.

 

(Agencies)

Gen Z’s Awakening: A Generation Demanding Its Future

India’s Gen Z is demanding accountability, employment and fair opportunities. Youth protests reveal deeper concerns over education, jobs and India’s future.

Atif Rabbani   |  1 day, 22 hours ago

World Lion Day 2026: Gujarat’s Asiatic Lion Triumph, and Challenges Ahead

World Lion Day 2026 highlights Gujarat’s success in conserving Asiatic lions, while disease risks, habitat pressure and the Kuno relocation debate remain.

VK Bahuguna   |  1 day, 23 hours ago

State Suppression in PoK Exposes the Deepening Cracks in Pakistan's Kashmir Narrative

Protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir expose growing public anger over governance, rising costs, political representation and state suppression.

Dinesh Dubey @ EW•NN Editorial   |  1 day, 23 hours ago

Change the Way We Think, and the Picture Will Change

ndia’s real transformation begins with a change in thinking, values and habits. Explore why individual awakening, ethical technology and cultural roots matter.

Prof Dev Prakash’s Mishra   |  2 days, 22 hours ago

Trump’s Pragmatic Bid for Peace in the Middle East

Trump’s focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz over an immediate Iran nuclear deal could help de-escalate conflict, protect energy supplies and restore Middle East stability.

Dinesh Dubey @ Editorial   |  2 days, 23 hours ago

Beyond Motivational Speeches: What It Actually Takes to Win Over Gen Z

PM Modi’s IIT Delhi speech sought to connect with Gen Z, but India’s youth need more than motivation: jobs, fair exams, transparency, economic security and institutional accountability.

Dinesh Dubey @ Editorial   |  3 days, 21 hours ago

Comments

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

View More

By Atif Rabbani   |   1 day, 22 hours ago
Gen Z’s Awakening: A Generation Demanding Its Future
By Prof Dev Prakash’s Mishra   |   2 days, 22 hours ago
Change the Way We Think, and the Picture Will Change
By Khalid Rasool   |   4 days, 22 hours ago
The Kashmir the Cameras Don’t Show