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Adieu Comrade : CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury Passes Away At 72 ; Leaders Across Party Lines Pay Rich Tributes
Yechury had been in a critical condition for the last few days and was on respiratory support. The Marxist leader died at 3.05 pm, sources said.
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Communist Party of India-Marxist General Secretary Sitaram Yechury died at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi on September 12, 2024 following a prolonged illness, hospital and party sources said. He was 72.
Yechury had been in a critical condition for the last few days and was on respiratory support. The Marxist leader died at 3.05 pm, sources said.
The CPI-M had said earlier that Yechury was being treated for an acute respiratory tract infection at the ICU in AIIMS.
AS soon as his passing away came. Leaders across political lines paid their rich tributes on X .
President Droupadi Murmu
Saddened to learn about the demise of CPI (M) general secretary Shri Sitaram Yechury. First as a student leader and then in national politics and as a parliamentarian, he had a distinct and influential voice. Though a committed ideologue, he won friends cutting across the party…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) September 12, 2024
Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice- President
Deeply saddened by the passing away of veteran leader Shri Sitaram Yechury Ji. His career spanning five decades has been marked by significant contributions towards strengthening Indian democracy. He leaves behind a rich legacy of unwavering commitment to public service.
I…
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) September 12, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Saddened by the passing away of Shri Sitaram Yechury Ji. He was a leading light of the Left and was known for his ability to connect across the political spectrum. He also made a mark as an effective Parliamentarian. My thoughts are with his family and admirers in this sad hour.… pic.twitter.com/Cp8NYNlwSB
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 12, 2024
Amit Shah. Home Minister
Saddened to hear about the passing of General Secretary of the CPI (M) and former Rajya Sabha MP, Sitaram Yechury Ji. His demise is a loss to the political sphere. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family members and friends. May God give them the strength to endure this…
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 12, 2024
Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister
Pained by the passing away of CPI(M) General Secretary and former Rajya Sabha MP Shri Sitaram Yechuri. In his long years in public life, he distinguished himself as a seasoned parliamentarian who was known for his knowledge and articulation.
He was also my friend with whom I…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) September 12, 2024
S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister
Deeply grieved to learn about the passing away of my friend Sitaram Yechury.
We studied together and maintained close ties for over five decades. Always valued our discussions and debates. Like so many others in the political and intellectual world, will really miss his…
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) September 12, 2024
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge
My heartfelt condolences on the passing away of Comrade Sitaram Yechury ji.
He was a humble leader who chartered the unique territory of balancing personal equations with unflinching political ideologies.
A excellent Parliamentarian and an outstanding intellectual, he served… pic.twitter.com/SwwShXJIPj
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) September 12, 2024
Sharad Pawar , NCP(SP)
मार्क्सवादी कम्युनिस्ट पक्षाचा शिलेदार आज काळाच्या पडद्याआड गेला. ज्येष्ठ कम्युनिस्ट नेते सीताराम येचुरी यांची प्राणज्योत मालवली. भारतातील डाव्या पक्षांतील एक महत्त्वाचा आवाज असे त्यांचे कतृत्व सदैव स्मरणात राहील. सीपीआय-एम पक्षाचे सलग दोन वेळा सरचिटणीस पद भूषवणे हे त्यांना… pic.twitter.com/qc7wfEY7z4
— Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) September 12, 2024
Kiren Rijiju, parliamentary Affairs Minister
I am deeply saddened by the tragic demise of veteran CPM leader, Sitaram Yechury ji. We had many years of working relations in the Parliament. Extending my deepest condolences to his family, colleagues and admirers. pic.twitter.com/s8QQAOqzEf
— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) September 12, 2024
Rahul Gandhi, Leader Of Opposition
Sitaram Yechury ji was a friend.
A protector of the Idea of India with a deep understanding of our country.
I will miss the long discussions we used to have. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and followers in this hour of grief. pic.twitter.com/6GUuWdmHFj
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 12, 2024
Shashi Tharoor, Senior Congress Leader
Deeply saddened by the news that @SitaramYechury, the stalwart General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI (M)], has succumbed to a respiratory infection, leaving his many friends and admirers across the political spectrum in shock. His commitment to social… pic.twitter.com/xAOY8DefYA
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) September 12, 2024
Akhilesh Yadav .Samajwadi Party president
देश के वरिष्ठ राजनेता एवं सीपीएम के महासचिव श्री सीताराम येचुरी जी का निधन, अत्यंत दुःखद !
इश्वर उनकी आत्मा को शांति दें।
शोकाकुल परिजनों को यह असीम दुःख सहने का संबल प्राप्त हो।
भावभीनी श्रद्धांजलि ! pic.twitter.com/XUxyAFDILz
— Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) September 12, 2024
M K Stalin, Tamil Nadu, Chief Minister
Deeply shocked and saddened by the demise of Comrade #SitaramYechury, a stalwart of the Left Movement and a towering figure in Indian politics.
Comrade @SitaramYechury was a fearless leader whose commitment to justice was evident from a young age, as he courageously stood… pic.twitter.com/7LiWoBJNpu
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) September 12, 2024
Pinarayi Vijayan, Kerala Chief Minister
Farewell, Comrade Sitaram Yechury. His passing leaves an irreplaceable void in the Communist movement and people’s struggles. I cherish the moments we shared and his unmatched ideological clarity, strategic brilliance, and dedication to the revolutionary cause. Amid rising… pic.twitter.com/OFxj4rljiI
— Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) September 12, 2024
Mamata Banerjee, West Bengal Chief Minister
Sad to know that Sri Sitaram Yechury has passed away. I knew the veteran parliamentarian that he was and his demise will be a loss for the national politics.
I express my condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) September 12, 2024
Jairam Ramesh , Congress General Secretary in charge of Communications
Sitaram Yechury – a very fine human being, a multilingual bibliophile, an unrepentant Marxist with a pragmatic streak, a pillar of the CPM, and a superb Parliamentarian with a wonderful wit and sense of humour – is most sadly no more.
Our association stretched over three…
— Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) September 12, 2024
Supriya Sule, Baramati MP NCP (SP)
Deeply saddened by the passing of Sitaram Yechury ji, a veteran leader whose unwavering commitment to social justice and progressive values has inspired many. His legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of all working for the betterment of the country. Rest in peace,… pic.twitter.com/uqDMahVEjt
— Supriya Sule (@supriya_sule) September 12, 2024
Priyanka Chaturvedi Rajya Sabha MP , Shiv Sena ( UBT)
Heartfelt condolences to his family, party colleagues, friends and followers. May his soul rest in peace. https://t.co/44Y6bedSI1
— Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) September 12, 2024
P Chidambaram, Senior Congress Leader
The passing of Comrade Sitaram Yechury is a cruel blow to the forces that are engaged in a determined battle in the defence of democracy, liberty, equality, workers’ rights and human rights. I know that from 1996, Comrade Yechury had stood with the progressive forces of the…
— P. Chidambaram (@PChidambaram_IN) September 12, 2024
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Congress General Secretary
The passing away of Shri Sitaram Yechury is a profound loss for all of us.
His years of service and devotion to our country is worthy of the greatest respect. Most of all, he was an inherently decent human being who brought a sense of balance and gentleness to the harsh world… pic.twitter.com/DtwXI11jQb
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) September 12, 2024
