Chhattisgarh Assembly honors former Lok Sabha Speaker Shivraj Patil

• Chhattisgarh assembly paid tribute to former Lok Sabha Speaker and Union Minister Shivraj Patil.
• Shivraj Patil, who passed away on December 12, was remembered as an able administrator and dignified public figure.
• The House observed a two-minute silence in his honor.
• Patil was elected to the Lok Sabha seven times and held key portfolios, including Union Home Minister.
• He was recognized for his contribution to parliamentary proceedings' TV broadcasts and his role during the Latur earthquake.

Why It Matters: It underscores the lasting impact of a respected parliamentary leader's contributions.