Former West Bengal minister Upen Kisku dies at 73

Former West Bengal minister Upen Kisku dies at 73 Agency: Last Updated: Representational image (Image: News18) Kolkata, Dec 25 (PTI) Former West Bengal minister Upen Kisku died at a private hospital in Bankura, the CPI(M) said on Thursday. Kisku, 73, was undergoing treatment at a private hospital for serious head injuries after suffering a fall at his home. Recommended Stories A seven-time MLA of Raipur in Bankura, the tribal leader was a minister in the Left Front government. He held portfolios like the SC, ST, and OBC Welfare. He breathed his last at the hospital on Wednesday night, the party said. PTI AMR SOM (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI ) Click here to add News18 as your preferred news source on Google. Join the fun, play games on News18 . First Published: December 25, 2025, 14:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Loading comments... Read More

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