KATHMANDU, July 13: Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba has expressed grief over the demise of former Election Commissioner (EC) and former journalist Ila Sharma, who passed away due to cardiac arrest on Saturday.
Taking to Facebook on Saturday, Minister Rana said she was deeply saddened to lose a true friend.
Former Election Commissioner Ilaa Sharma passes away
“I am deeply shocked by the untimely demise of former Election Commissioner Ila Sharma,” she wrote. “I extend my heartfelt tribute to her and pray for the peace of her soul. I also express my deepest condolences to her entire family during this difficult time. It pains me greatly to lose a true friend who had been actively involved in Nepali journalism and the empowerment of women.”
Sharma passed away on Saturday evening at Norvic Hospital. She is survived by two daughters.
