Keshari Nath Tripathi also, for short stints, played the role of governor of Bihar, Meghalaya and Mizoram.

Remembering the veteran leader, the Prime Minister said he played a key role in building BJP in UP and worked hard for the state’s progress.

In his condolence message on Twitter, the PM said Keshari Nath Tripathi was a man of “service and intellect”.

He wrote: “Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi Ji was respected for his service and intellect. He was well-versed in Constitutional matters. He played a key role in building BJP in UP and worked hard for the state’s progress. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”