By Vivek, Chandigarh, August 17: Mrs. Meera Punchhi, wife of Justice Madan Mohan Punchhi, former Chief Justice of India, passed away on August 15th at the age of 71 years. Mrs. Punchhi was well known for her affectionate mannerism, strong religious beliefs and philanthropy towards the poor and needy especially. Her family upon her demise fulfilled her wish by donating her eyes to the P.G.I eye bank. H.E. Sh. Shivraj Patil, Governor, Punjab & Administrator, Chandigarh visited the family and placed a wreath as a mark of respect. Her body was consigned to sacred flames on August 15th. The funeral was largely attended from all sections of the society. A prayer meeting for the peace of her departed soul is scheduled for Thursday, August 18th at Arya Samaj Mandir, sector 7, chandigarh from 3-4 P.M.