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May 10, 2026
Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Suresh Kalmadi passed away early Tuesday morning at his residence in Pune after a prolonged illness. He was 81. Kalmadi breathed his last at around 3:30 am. The former Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president is survived by his wife, son, and daughter-in-law, two married daughters and sons-in-law, and grandchildren.
According to the family, Kalmadi’s mortal remains will be kept for public viewing at Kalmadi House in Erandwane until 2 pm on Tuesday. His last rites will be performed later in the day at 3:30 pm at the Vaikunth Crematorium in Navi Peth, Pune.
Leaders cutting across party lines expressed grief over his demise and paid tribute to his contribution to public life.
