Sadly on the 17 October a former recipient of the Mahatma Gandhi Satyagraha Award, a Trustee of the Phoenix Settlement Trust, A former member of parliament, Treasurer of UDF, An activist and politician, Mr Mewa Ramgobin passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness. He was given a Official Provincial funeral on the 22 October. In recognition of the tireless and courageous service, Flags flew at half mast for this hero of the struggle. GDT expresses sympathy with his family and friends.