Sirsa (Haryana) [India], December 24 (HBTV): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to the former Haryana Chief Minister Chaudhary Om Prakash Chautala in Sirsa on Monday.Speaking to the media, Singh said that he had good relations with the former CM and his work inspired a lot of people. 

'I had very good relations with him. I and several other people were inspired by the kind of work he had done. He served the people of the state and the farmers and was the Chief Minister of Haryana for five terms. His loss will affect me personally. I pray that his soul rests in peace,' Singh said, speaking to the media.

In a post on X, Singh wrote that Chautala was a strong pillar of Haryana politics and would be remembered for his outspokenness, hard work, and commitment towards farmers' welfare.

'Om Prakash Chautala ji has been a strong pillar of Haryana politics who will always be remembered for his outspokenness, hard work, and commitment towards farmer welfare,' the post read.

Further, the Defence Minister added that Chautala was the son of a stalwart, Chaudhary Devi Lal, but had created his own distinct identity.  

(ANI)