With Moist Eyes, Heartfelt Gratitude, City Bids Farewell To Datta Meghe Hundreds of political leaders, party workers, and citizens gathered in Nagpur on Monday to pay their final respects to Datta Meghe, a former MP, veteran politician, and educationist who passed away at the age of 89. His death marked the end of a public career spanning over five decades, leaving a profound void in Vidarbha’s political and institutional landscape. The funeral proceedings, held at his residence in Atrey Layour, drew a large crowd of mourners who stood in long queues for a final glimpse of the late leader. The atmosphere was somber, with many visibly emotional as they paid homage to Meghe, whose contributions to education, healthcare, and social welfare had deeply resonated with the people. Meghe, known for his unwavering commitment to public service, had built a vast support base across political, educational, and social spheres. His influence extended beyond Nagpur, with leaders from various parties and backgrounds attending his funeral. Among those present were Maharashtra Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal, Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi chief Prakash Ambedkar, former minister Satish Chaturvedi, and former MP Vilas Muttemwar. Other attendees included legislators, former ministers, administrative officials, and police personnel, reflecting the deep respect and connection he maintained with the community. The mortal remains of Meghe were displayed for public viewing until early afternoon before being transported to his village in Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha, where his last rites were conducted with state honors in the evening. His passing is seen as the end of an era in Vidarbha, where he was widely regarded as a leader who seamlessly integrated politics with grassroots development.#nagpur #vidarbha #datta_meghe #sawangi_meghe #atrey_layour
Thousands gather at Sawangi for Meghe’s last rites Datta Meghe, a prominent political leader and educationist who played a pivotal role in shaping public life across Vidarbha for decades, was cremated with state honors on Sunday evening at his farm in Wardha. The event drew thousands of mourners and tributes from across political, educational, and social circles. Meghe, a former member of parliament, passed away in Nagpur on Sunday, and his body was brought to his residence in Sawangi (Meghe) on Monday. A steady stream of citizens, including people from political, educational, and social sectors, gathered to pay their respects, reflecting his deep influence in the region. The funeral procession began in the afternoon, moving from Sawangi (Meghe) to his residence, with crowds lining the route to catch a final glimpse. Floral tributes were placed at various points along the way, and chants of “Datta Meghe amar rahe” echoed as the procession passed. The last rites were conducted at his farm, in accordance with his wishes. His sons, ex-MLC Sagar Meghe and Hingna MLA Sameer Meghe, lit the funeral pyre in the presence of family members, marking an emotional ceremony. Prominent leaders attended the event to honor Meghe, including Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, State Minister Pankaj Bhoyar, and several legislators and former ministers. Senior administrative and police officials were also present. Meghe was widely regarded as a key figure in the Wardha-Nagpur region, having been elected to the Lok Sabha multiple times. Over the years, he worked across political parties, focusing on public welfare and regional development.#nitin_gadkari #devendra_fadnavis #datta_meghe #sawangi_meghe #chandrashekhar_bawankule
