TN MP Ganeshamurthi passes away in Coimbatore hospital 4 days after suicide attempt

In a tragic turn of events, MDMK MP A. Ganeshamurthi from Tamil Nadu’s Erode constituency passed away after consuming poison following being denied a ticket to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The 76-year-old politician was rushed to a private hospital in Coimbatore where he succumbed to his condition on Thursday morning.

Ganeshamurthi’s distress over being overlooked for the ticket reportedly led to his drastic decision to attempt suicide. Despite initially being taken to a local hospital in Erode, his deteriorating health required him to be shifted to Coimbatore for further treatment. Sadly, the outcome was tragic for the veteran parliamentarian.

According to his relatives, Ganeshamurthi’s ingestion of insecticide on Sunday had severe consequences, ultimately resulting in his hospitalization and eventual demise. The exact circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation, with more details pending as the situation unfolds.

The political fraternity mourns the loss of A. Ganeshamurthi, a seasoned politician who dedicated his life to public service. As news of his untimely death spreads, condolences pour in from across the state and beyond. The void left by his sudden departure will be deeply felt in the political landscape of Tamil Nadu.