NEW DELHI: Lt Gen (Retd) JFR Jacob, who played a key role in the 1971 war which liberated Bangladesh from Pakistan, died here today at the age of 92 due to “old age complications”.
Jacob, who was also Governor of Punjab and Goa, breathed his last at the Army Hospital here at around 8 am.
He was admitted to the Army's Research and Referral Hospital since January 1 after suffering from pneumonia.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his demise and said India will always remain grateful to Jacob for his impeccable service to the nation. He also recalled his association with him.
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and BJP chief Amit Shah have also condoled his demise.
Army chief Gen Dalbir Singh Suhag expressed his deepest condolences towards this great loss, a statement by the Army said.
