KMC Mayor Shah, Dep Mayor Dangol pay tribute to late Singh

KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balendra Shah and Deputy Mayor Sunita Dangol paid tribute to former mayor PL Singh.

Shah and Dangol visited Chaksibari, where Singh's mortal remains were kept, and paid their last respects by offering flowers to the body. They also extended condolences to the bereaved family.

KMC spokesperson Nabin Manandhar, KMC Town Council members, and employees also paid tribute to Singh by offering flowers to his mortal remains.

Former Mayor Singh passed away this morning at the age of 88. He had been residing in Thamel Chaksibari in recent years and underwent surgery last year after suffering from a peptic ulcer.

Born on Chaitra 11, 1996 BS, Singh was elected Mayor of Kathmandu Municipality in 2049 BS. During his tenure, Kathmandu Municipality was declared a Metropolitan City in 2052 BS.