HM expresses profound grief

April 21, 2003
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KATHMANDU, April 21: His Majesty the King has expressed a deep sense of shock and grief at learning of the sad and untimely demise of Dr. Toni Hagen.

In a condolence message to Dr. Hagen’s daughter Katrin Hagen, His Majesty said that in his demise Nepal and the Nepalese people have lost a friend and well-wisher.

Nepal will always remember Dr. Hagen for the yeoman service he rendered through his poineering efforts at development and also introducing the country to the larger world, His Majesty observed.

“The Queen along with the government and people of Nepal join us in sending our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you and other members of your family,” His Majesty said adding, “May god grant you the fortitude to bear this tragic loss”. His Majesty also prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul.