'Reunited with mother': Sushma Swaraj's husband Swaraj Kaushal passes away at 73; daughter Bansuri posts emotional message

NEW DELHI: Swaraj Kaushal, former Mizoram governor and the husband of late union minister Sushma Swaraj passed away on Thursday at the age of 73.

He was rushed to AIIMS after complaining of chest pain in the afternoon, where doctors declared him dead, a BJP leader said.

The Delhi BJP in a statement, said: “We are sorry to inform the sudden demise of former Governor of Mizoram, senior advocate Swaraj Kaushal.”




Kaushal is survived by his daughter, New Delhi BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj. He will be cremated at the Lodhi Road crematorium, according to a statement issued by the Delhi BJP.



In an emotional post on X, Bansuri Swaraj paid tribute to her father, remembering his values and expressing her grief.

She wrote: “Papa Swaraj Kaushal ji, your affection, your discipline, your simplicity, your patriotism, and your boundless patience are the light of my life that will never dim.

In her post, she added, "Your departure has descended upon me as the deepest pain of the heart, but the mind holds onto this belief that you have now reunited with Mother, in the presence of God, in eternal peace. Being your daughter is the greatest pride of my life, and your legacy, your values, and your blessings will be the foundation of every journey ahead.”



An official press release was issued by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). According to the release, the statement: “Shri Swaraj Kaushal, former Hon’ble Member of Parliament and former Hon’ble Governor, was brought to the AIIMS Delhi Emergency Department on December 4, 2025, at 10.45 am in critical condition. The emergency medical team immediately initiated resuscitative measures. Despite all efforts, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 1.50 pm.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condoled the death of Swaraj Kaushal and paid tribute to his public service in a post on X.

PM Modi wrote: "Pained by the passing of Shri Swaraj Kaushal Ji. He distinguished himself as a lawyer and a person who believed in using the legal profession to improve the lives of the underprivileged. He became India’s youngest Governor and left a lasting impression on the people of Mizoram during his gubernatorial tenure. His insights as a Parliamentarian were also noteworthy. My thoughts are with his daughter Bansuri and the other family members in this sad hour. Om Shanti."



Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta also condoled Kaushal’s death and paid tribute to his public service.

In a post on X, she wrote: “The news of the passing of Shri Swaraj Kaushal Ji, former Governor of Mizoram and senior advocate, is heartbreaking. Shri Swaraj Kaushal Ji's contributions to public life and the field of law will always be remembered. His service to the nation and society is unforgettable. In this hour of grief, my deepest condolences are with Member of Parliament Smt. Bansuri Swaraj Ji and all their family members. May God grant peace to the departed soul and strength to their family during this difficult time. Om Shanti.”



Born on July 12, 1952, in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, Swaraj Kaushal was appointed the governor of Mizoram in 1990 at the age of just 37. He was also a senior advocate and had a long career in public life and law.

Kaushal was the husband of senior BJP leader and former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj who passed away in August 2019 following a massive cardiac arrest at the age of 67.
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