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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced full state honours for DMDK founder-leader Vijayakanth’s funeral. In his condolence message, Stalin expressed shock and grief over Vijayakanth’s death and hailed him as an achiever; both as an actor and as a leader in public life.
As a mark of homage, the government will accord full state honours for Vijayakanth’s funeral, Stalin announced. The DMDK founder’s death is a huge loss for Tamil Nadu and the world of cinema, the Chief Minister said and conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family members and party workers.
Earlier, MIOT International said in a press release: “Captain Vijayakanth was on ventilatory support following his admission for pneumonia. Despite the best efforts of the medical staff he passed away in the morning on 28th December 2023.”
He was unwell for quite some time and his wife Premalatha took over the reins of the party days ago.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the passing away of DMDK founder-leader Vijayakanth and said his death has left a void that will be hard to fill.
In a post on X, Modi said: “Extremely saddened by the passing away of Thiru Vijayakanth Ji. A legend of the Tamil film world, his charismatic performances captured the hearts of millions.”
Extremely saddened by the passing away of Thiru Vijayakanth Ji. A legend of the Tamil film world, his charismatic performances captured the hearts of millions. As a political leader, he was deeply committed to public service, leaving a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu’s political… pic.twitter.com/di0ZUfUVWo
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 28, 2023
As a political leader, the Prime Minister said Vijayakanth was deeply committed to public service, and has left a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu’s political landscape.
“His passing leaves a void that will be hard to fill. He was a close friend and I fondly recall my interactions with him over the years. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with his family, fans and numerous followers. Om Shanti.”
I&B Minister Anurag Thakur wrote on X
Saddened by the news of the passing of Vijayakanth ji, an actor par excellence from our Tamil cinema who, with his versatility and flawless acting, left an indelible impact on the audiences. Similar was his contribution to the politics of the state, being always the voice of the… pic.twitter.com/DDVMj8YkOR
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) December 28, 2023
Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi wrote on X
Deeply saddened by the demise of DMDK founder, Thiru Vijayakanth ji.
His contributions to cinema and politics have left an indelible mark on the hearts of millions. My heartfelt condolences to his family and fans during this difficult time.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 28, 2023
