( MENAFN - IANS) Bengaluru, Oct 26 (IANS) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday met former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda at his residence here, during which both held discussions on several subjects including issues related to farmers.
Vice President Dhankhar was accompanied by his wife, Sudesh Dhankhar. The Vice President also enquired about the health of Deve Gowda's wife, Chennamma. He extended his wishes for her speedy recovery, expressing hopes that she would visit Delhi once she recuperates.
Deve Gowda, moved by this gesture, expressed his gratitude for the Vice President's warmth and affection, saying the visit had brought joy to the entire family. The Vice President and his wife shared refreshments with the former Prime Minister and Union Minister H.D.
Kumaraswamy while holding discussions related to the nation's development. They also enquired about the well-being of all family members, with the Vice President spending time with the children in the family. Union Minister H.
D. Kumaraswamy warmly welcomed the Vice President on his arrival and, after seeing him off, told the media: "The Vice President and former Prime Minister share a close bond based on mutual respect and friendship. The Vice President holds a great deal of regard for the former Prime Minister, which I have witnessed many times.
" "Both leaders come from agricultural backgrounds, and much of their conversation centered on issues which are important for farmers. They discussed significant matters .