Oommen Chandy dies at 79: Condolences pour in on Twitter for former Kerala CM
Oommen Chandy, the former Chief Minister of Kerala, has reportedly passed away at the age of 79 in the early hours of Tuesday. According to reports, he died in a private hospital in Bengaluru at 4:25 am while receiving treatment for cancer.
The Kerala government has announced Tuesday as a public holiday and declared two days of mourning as a sign of respect for the former chief minister.
Following the passing of Oommen Chandy, there has been an outpouring of condolences and wishes from leaders across the political spectrum. Prominent senior Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Priyanka Gandhi, and Shashi Tharoor, have expressed their heartfelt condolences for the loss.
Congress general secretary KC Venugopal visited the Chinmaya Mission Hospital in Bengaluru, where the former Chief Minister passed away, to pay his respects.
The news of Chandy’s demise has brought together politicians from various parties who have recognized his contributions to politics and public service. The expressions of sympathy and tributes highlight the respect and admiration Chandy commanded throughout his political career. His passing marks a significant loss for the state of Kerala and the Indian political landscape as a whole.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences for the demise of former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy in a tweet on Tuesday. In his message, the Prime Minister described Chandy as a humble and dedicated leader who devoted his life to public service and worked for the progress of Kerala.
He recalled his interactions with Chandy during their respective tenures as Chief Ministers and later when he moved to Delhi. Prime Minister Modi extended his thoughts to Chandy’s family and supporters during this difficult time and wished for his soul to rest in peace.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute to the late Oommen Chandy, former Chief Minister of Kerala, through a tweet. Kharge described Chandy as a stalwart and staunch Congress leader who stood tall as a representative of the people.
He acknowledged Chandy’s unwavering commitment and visionary leadership, which made a lasting impact on Kerala’s development and the nation’s political scenario. Kharge expressed heartfelt condolences to Chandy’s family and supporters while acknowledging his dedication and service to the people.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge took to Twitter to pay tribute to the late Oommen Chandy, former Chief Minister of Kerala. In his message, Kharge expressed his deep respect by referring to Chandy as a stalwart and a staunch member of the Congress party. He acknowledged Chandy’s significant role as a leader who stood tall and represented the interests of the masses.
Kharge highlighted Chandy’s unwavering commitment to his principles and his visionary approach to leadership, which made a lasting impact on the progress of Kerala and the broader political landscape of the nation. Chandy’s contributions were characterized as leaving an indelible mark, signifying the profound influence he had in shaping the state’s development and the political discourse of the country.
Kharge further emphasized that Chandy would be remembered for his unwavering dedication and service to the people, a testament to his long-standing commitment to public welfare. In conclusion, he extended heartfelt condolences to Chandy’s family and supporters, acknowledging the deep sense of loss felt by those who admired and respected the former Chief Minister.
Senior Congress leader and Member of Parliament from Kerala, Shashi Tharoor, paid tribute to Oommen Chandy by sharing pictures of them together on Twitter. Alongside the images, Tharoor quoted Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, saying, “Death is not extinguishing the light; it is only putting out the lamp because the dawn has come.” He concluded the message by offering the prayer “Om Shanti,” which signifies peace.
The Congress party expressed deep sadness over the demise of former Kerala Chief Minister and esteemed Congress leader, Oommen Chandy, through its official Twitter handle. The message highlighted Chandy’s significant contributions to the progress and development of Kerala, acknowledging him as a stalwart in politics. It emphasized that his legacy as a true statesman would continue to inspire future generations.
The party extended heartfelt condolences to Chandy’s family and loved ones during this challenging period, recognizing the profound loss they must be experiencing. The message concluded by expressing a wish for Chandy’s soul to rest in eternal peace.
The official Twitter handle of the Congress party expressed profound sorrow over the demise of Oommen Chandy, the former Chief Minister of Kerala and esteemed Congress leader. The message conveyed deep sadness at his passing and acknowledged Chandy as a stalwart in the realm of politics. It emphasized that his contributions to the progress and development of Kerala would forever be cherished.
Chandy was described as a true statesman, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that would continue to inspire future generations. The message extended heartfelt condolences to Chandy’s family and loved ones, recognizing the challenging nature of this period of mourning. The message concluded by expressing the hope that his soul may find eternal peace.
Former Congress leader Kapil Sibal expressed his sorrow over the loss of his “dear friend,” Oommen Chandy, through a tweet. Sibal highlighted Chandy’s deep connection to the Congress party, stating that he was steeped in its culture, both during his tenure as Chief Minister and throughout his life. He acknowledged Chandy’s unwavering dedication to serving the people, particularly the poor and marginalized sections of society.
According to Sibal, Chandy lived his life in service of the Congress party and the people. He described him as a simple yet extraordinary human being, emphasizing the impact Chandy had made on his personal life as a close friend. Sibal’s tribute expressed the profound sense of loss he felt at the passing of someone he held dear.
