New Delhi Union Environment Minister Anil Dave who was instrumental in giving new directions to country’s green movement passed away this morning.

He was 60. It was not immediately know what caused his death or whether he was rushed to a medical facility.

“Absolutely shocked by the sudden demise of my friend & a very respected colleague, Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave ji. My condolences. Anil Madhav Dave ji will be remembered as a devoted public servant. He was tremendously passionate towards conserving the environment. I was with Anil Madhav Dave ji till late last evening, discussing key policy issues. This demise is a personal loss,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted this morning.

Reactions on death of Dave has started pouring in. South Goa MP Narendra Sawaikar tweeted: “Shocked to know about sudden demise of MOEF Anil Madhav Dave ji. May his soul rest in peace. A great human being.  Om shanti.”

Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar tweeted “Shocked & saddened by untimely demise of Shri. Anil Dave. India has lost a promising leader who had immense concern for our environment.”

More details are awaited.

Team TNV