The political scene is in deep mourning following the news of the death of the Deputy Minister of Environment and Energy, Nikos Tagaras, who passed away after a long and difficult battle with cancer.
Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis expressed his deep sorrow for the loss through a post on social media. As he said, Nikos Tagaras was a very active, kind and dignified man, with a substantial contribution both as a Minister and as a parliamentary representative of Corinthia. He also stressed that, despite his low profile, he had been effective and consistent in his work, while he described as touching the struggle he had fought until the end of his life. At the same time, he expressed his sincere condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased.
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Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis also expressed his deep sadness at the loss of Nikos Tagaras via a post on social media.
As he said, Nikos Tagaras was a close colleague of his at the Ministry of Environment and Energy and stood out throughout his public career for the ethics, dignity and political culture that characterised him. He also noted that he offered important work both in his homeland, Corinthia, and in the field of land use planning and urban planning, subjects he knew in depth and for which he fought constant battles.
He also made special reference to the struggle he had given in recent years with his illness, stressing that he faced it with dignity and strength, without ever giving up the effort. At the same time, he recalled the cooperation they had a few days ago regarding the project in Elliniko, stressing that, despite his loss to cancer, Nikos Tagaras will remain alive in the memory of friends, members of New Democracy and citizens of Corinthia, who bid him farewell with emotion. In closing, he addressed a touching “good journey” to him, noting that he will always be remembered with love.
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Health Minister Adonis Georgiades also expressed his sadness at the death of Nikos Tagaras in a post on social media.
Adonis Georgiades described the deceased as one of the best people he has known in his life, noting that his loss leaves an unfulfilled void for both the government and the country. At the same time, he referred with particular respect to the personality and ethos of Nikos Tagaras, calling him “Lord”, while he expressed his sincere condolences to his family and wished strength to his loved ones.
Sadly, Nikos Tagaras one of the best people I have ever known in my life, has lost the battle. Courage to his family and a truly unfulfilled void for the Government and for the Country. Mister! Sincere condolences! https://t.co/cdXZ9J3ecP
– Adonis Georgiadis (@AdonisGeorgiadi) May 29, 2026</blockquote
The Minister of Development and Investment, Takis Theodoricakos, expressed his deep sorrow for the loss of Nikos Tagaras in a post.
Takis Theodoricakos spoke of an excellent colleague and good friend, describing him as a kind, creative and very friendly man. He also referred to his difficult battle with cancer, stressing that he remained committed to his duties until the end.
He concluded by noting that he bids farewell to Nikos Tagaras with deep appreciation and great sadness, while expressing his sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
