Thousands of mourners on Monday gave a teary tribute to Goa's four-time chief minister Manohar Parrikar as his body was cremated with full the State Honour here.The final rites were performed as per the Vedic Hindu rituals. Parrikar's son lit the pyre.The final journey of Goa's 'son of the soil' began from Kala Academy in Panjim. A teeming column of mourners followed his pyre on foot and vehicles.The news of Parrikar's demise was shared with the nation by President Ram Nath Kovind on Sunday evening. "Extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa after an illness borne with fortitude and dignity. An epitome of integrity and dedication in public life, his service to the people of Goa and of India will not be forgotten," he said.Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman paid last respects to Parrikar by visiting his mortal remains and consoling the bereaved family.While Congress president Rahul Gandhi observed a ...
