We mourn the demise of Comrade Swadesh Bhattacharya 'Shambhuji' (07.03.1942 - 30.10.2026), Polit Bureau member and one of the founding leaders of CPI(ML) Liberation, who passed away late this evening at a hospital in Patna. He had been undergoing treatment for cancer.
Comrade Swadesh Bhattacharya was the last surviving member of the reorganised Central Committee of CPI(ML) Liberation constituted in July 1974. He played a pivotal anchoring role in the Party's onward march through five decades of political struggles, organisational challenges and the building of the revolutionary movement.
His passing is a profound loss to the Party and the revolutionary movement. The Party dips its red banner in salute to Comrade Swadesh Bhattacharya and resolves to carry forward his unfulfilled mission with the fullest dedication and energy.
His cremation will take place on 2 November in Patna.
Red Salute to Comrade Swadesh Bhattacharya.
NOTE: Messages of condolence may be sent to cpimlhq@gmail.com and mail@cpiml.org.
-- Central Committee, CPI(ML) Liberation | 30.10.2026
