Raja Virbhadra Singh [(23 June 1934 – 8 July 2021)] was cremated with the state honours on July 10th 2021 at Rampur.
His son, Vikramaditya Singh, had carried his father’s ashes to Haridwar for immersion in the Ganga the next day.
The ashes will also be immersed in the Sutlej at Nogli tomorrow, on July 17th 2021.
VB, my senior by five years and House Captain of our House ( Ibbetson ) was among the most eminent in the OCA family. We were proud to have him as CM for a record of Six terms. A thorough gentleman who was loved by all. All of us Cottonians are deeply grieved at his loss. I send my deepest condolences to the members of our dear VB’s bereaved family members and pray for his eternal peace at the feet of Our Lord.
Another great old cottonian lost. Condolences to the bereaved family.May his soul rest in peace.