Pranab Mukherjee Passes Away: PM Narendra Modi, Congress's Rahul Gandhi, Other Ministers Express Grief

Reacting upon the sad development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed grief.

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In an unfortunate turn of events, Former India President Pranab Mukherjee passed away on Monday August 31, after being under deep coma for days post brain surgery. The veteran politician and the stalwart of Indian politics, 84-year-old Mukherjee underwent brain surgery after he reportedly slipped in the bathroom and developed a blood clot in the brain. The former president was also found to be positive for novel Coronavirus infection on the day he underwent the operation at Delhi's Amy hospital. His son Abhijit Mukherjee, who has been tweeting regular updates on his health, informed about the former president's demise. Reacting upon the sad development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief. taking to his Twitter account, PM Modi said: India grieves the passing away of Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee. He has left an indelible mark on the development trajectory of our nation. A scholar par excellence, a towering statesman, he was admired across the political spectrum and by all sections of society.

India grieves the passing away of Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee. He has left an indelible mark on the development trajectory of our nation. A scholar par excellence, a towering statesman, he was admired across the political spectrum and by all sections of society. pic.twitter.com/gz6rwQbxi6

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 31, 2020

President of India Ram Nath Kovind also reacted on the sad news, "Hearing about the death of former President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee, the heart was shocked. His death is the end of an era. I express my deepest condolences to the family, friends, and all the countrymen of Shri Pranab Mukherjee."

पूर्व राष्ट्रपति, श्री प्रणब मुखर्जी के स्वर्गवास के बारे में सुनकर हृदय को आघात पहुंचा। उनका देहावसान एक युग की समाप्ति है। श्री प्रणब मुखर्जी के परिवार, मित्र-जनों और सभी देशवासियों के प्रति मैं गहन शोक-संवेदना व्यक्त करता हूँ।

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 31, 2020

Congress' Rahul Gandhi also extended condolences upon  Pranab Mukherjee demise. "With great sadness, the nation receives the news of the unfortunate demise of our former President Shri Pranab Mukherjee. I join the country in paying homage to him. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family and friends," former Congress chief tweeted.

With great sadness, the nation receives the news of the unfortunate demise of our former President Shri Pranab Mukherjee.

I join the country in paying homage to him. My deepest condolences to the bereaved family and friends. pic.twitter.com/zyouvsmb3V — Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 31, 2020

Home Minister Amit Shah also shared condolences on Pranab Mukherjee's demise, "Deeply anguished on the passing away of former President of India, Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee ji. He was a vastly experienced leader who served the nation with utmost devotion. Pranab da’s distinguished career is a matter of great pride for the entire country."

Pranab Da's life will always be cherished for his impeccable service and indelible contribution to our motherland. His demise has left a huge void in Indian polity. My sincerest condolences are with his family and followers on this irreparable loss. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 31, 2020

Pranabda epitomised simplicity, honesty and strength of character. He served our country with diligence and dedication. His contribution to public life was invaluable. My deepest condolences to his bereaved family. Om Shanti!

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 31, 2020