Former Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi Passes Away at 67

Former Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi Passes Away at 67

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Category : Obituaries Published on: April 02 2026

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  • Former Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi passed away on March 30, 2026, at the age of 67.
  • He served as President of Suriname from 2020 to 2025 and was known for economic reforms.
  • Before becoming President, he served as Police Commissioner and Justice Minister, earning the nickname ‘Sheriff’.
  • He belonged to an Indo-Surinamese Hindu family with roots in Bihar and took his oath in Sanskrit.
  • PM Narendra Modi expressed grief and highlighted his role in strengthening India-Suriname relations.
  • Santokhi was awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman for his contributions.
  • He continued serving as Member of Parliament even after leaving the presidency in 2025.
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