A towering statesman: PM condoles Pranab's death

August 31, 2020 18:21

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoles the passing away of former President Pranab Mukherjee:

'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.

'As India's President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee made Rashtrapati Bhavan even more accessible to common citizens. He made the President's house a centre of learning, innovation, culture, science and literature.

'His wise counsel on key policy matters will never be forgotten by me.

'I was new to Delhi in 2014. From Day 1, I was blessed to have the guidance, support and blessings of Shri Pranab Mukherjee. I will always cherish my interactions with him. Condolences to his family, friends, admirers and supporters across India. Om Shanti,' the PM said in a series of tweets.

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