Kathmandu: Nepali Congress (NC) treasurer and former Minister of State for Health and Population, Umesh Shrestha, is mourning the loss of his mother, Leela Devi Shrestha. She passed away while receiving treatment at Kathmandu-based Grande International Hospital on Friday at the age of 89.
According to National News Agency Nepal, NC President Sher Bahadur Deuba expressed his sorrow over the passing of Leela Devi Shrestha. The party source has confirmed that her last rites will be performed at the Pashupati Aryaghat this afternoon.
In his message of condolence, the NC President extended his heartfelt condolences to the grieving families and wished for eternal peace for the departed soul.