Modi to Gandhi: Leaders, Politicians Mourn Jayalalithaa’s Death

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Pranab Mukherjee expressed their condolences on Twitter.

News of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa passing away has created shock and disbelief across the country. The official announcement was made around midnight on Tuesday, just half an hour after the AIADMK supremo reportedly breathed her last at the Apollo Hospital in Chennai.

Various prominent politicians have taken to Twitter to express their condolences for the veteran leader, who first became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu back in 1991.

Deeply saddened at the passing away of Selvi Jayalalithaa. Her demise has left a huge void in Indian politics.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 5, 2016

Jayalalithaa ji’s connect with citizens, concern for welfare of the poor, the women & marginalized will always be a source of inspiration.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 5, 2016

I will always cherish the innumerable occasions when I had the opportunity to interact with Jayalalithaa ji. May her soul rest in peace.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 5, 2016

Heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of Ms. Jayaram Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu #PresidentMukherjee

— President of India (@RashtrapatiBhvn) December 5, 2016

In her passing away, the nation has lost an icon who was loved and admired by millions #PresidentMukherjee

— President of India (@RashtrapatiBhvn) December 5, 2016

Deeply saddened by the demise of our CM Selvi Jayalalithaa. My deepest condolences to the party cadres & well wishers in this hour of grief pic.twitter.com/oe26Itv1OF

— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) December 5, 2016

We lost a great leader today.Women,farmers,fishermen &the marginalised dreamt through her eyes.We will miss Jayalalithaa ji,Amma to millions

— Office of RG (@OfficeOfRG) December 5, 2016

Saddened by the demise of Tamil Nadu CM J.Jayalalithaa ji. I extend my deepest condolences to her party and followers in this hour of grief.

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) December 5, 2016

Popular,strong,bold,efficient, people- friendly,charismatic leader,
Amma.Always at the heart of people. Big loss.I am shocked,saddened 1/2

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 5, 2016

V sad to hear the demise of Amma. A very very popular leader. Aam admi's leader. May her soul rest in peace.

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) December 5, 2016

Deeply saddened by the demise of Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa ji. I join the Nation in mourning the loss of an icon - a Leader of the masses.

— Vasundhara Raje (@VasundharaBJP) December 5, 2016

Deeply saddened to learn of the demise of Tamil Nadu CM,Selvi Jayalalithaa. She was a powerful voice for the weaker sections of the society.

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 5, 2016

Selvi Jayalalitha used to be very affectionate towards me. She shared her last public function inauguration of Chennai metro line with me

— M Venkaiah Naidu (@MVenkaiahNaidu) December 5, 2016

Extraordinary woman, successfully populist leader &four-time CM of Tamil Nadu, Jayalalithaa passes into history. May her soul rest in peace.

— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) December 5, 2016

Tamilnadu state has lost an able administrator and a seasoned politician

— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) December 5, 2016

Deeply saddened on the demise of CM of Tamilnadu Selvi Jaylalithaa. A great leader passes away. True Puratchi Thalaivi. Condolence.

— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) December 5, 2016

In deep anguish over the demise of Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa, a long-time friend & a leader with indomitable spirit who is loved by all.1/2

— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) December 5, 2016

#Jayalalithaa ji's work for the people is inspiring.
May Her soul rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to the people of Tamil Nadu.

— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) December 5, 2016

Deeply grieved to learn of the sad demise of Chief Minister #Jayalalithaa. My heartfelt condolences to the people of Tamil Nadu.

— ShivrajSingh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) December 5, 2016

1. Sad to hear that Hon. CM of TN Selvi.Jayalalitha is no more. Her life's journey is a story of grit & perseverance. Understood the mind ..

— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) December 5, 2016

I join entire Tamilnadu in this moment of grief. Stay strong. #RipAmma

— Lt. Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) December 5, 2016

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