Who was Hüsamettin Cindoruk and when did he pass away

Who was Hüsamettin Cindoruk and when did he pass away

Former Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly, Hüsamettin Cindoruk, passed away at the age of 92 in a hospital in Istanbul where he was receiving treatment. Condolences are pouring in from the political world for Cindoruk, who also served as Acting President. Who was Hüsamettin Cindoruk?

Early Years and Education

Hüsamettin Cindoruk was born in İzmir in 1933. After graduating from Ankara University Faculty of Law, he began his career as a lawyer. He started his political career in the Democratic Party.

Important Positions in His Political Career

1985: Elected Chairman of the True Path Party (DYP).
1987: After the lifting of political bans, he handed over the chairmanship to Süleyman Demirel.
November 16, 1991: Elected Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly.
October 1, 1995: His term as Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly ended. April 17 – May 16, 1993: He served as acting President following the death of President Turgut Özal.