KUALA LUMPUR: Former Dewan Negara president Tan Sri G. Vadiveloo died at 11.30 am today at the University Malaya Medical Centre of old age.
He was 92.
MIC vice-president Datuk T. Murugiah in confirming the news expressed his condolences to the bereaved family, describing the former MIC secretary-general's passing as a great loss to both the party and the nation.
"The late Vadiveloo, who also served as MIC secretary-general, was a dedicated leader. His death is a big loss not only to MIC but also to the country," Murugiah told Bernama when contacted.
The funeral will take place tomorrow (Oct 20), with prayers scheduled from noon to 2 pm at his residence, No 12, Jalan Bukit Desa 3, Lorong Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur.
The cortege will then proceed to the DBKL crematorium. Vadiveloo served as Dewan Negara president from Apr 13, 1992 to June 12, 1995.