Chennai: IndianĀ President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Tamil Nadu Ā Governor Banwarilal Purohit, leaders of various political parties,
including Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami, BJP State president
Tamilisai Soundararajan, TNCC president S Thirunavukkarasar, PMK Ā founder, Dr S Ramadoss, Lok Sabha MP Anbumani Ramadoss, Dravidar Ā Kazhagam president K Veeramani, Hindu Munnani leader Rama Gopalan, Ā Prince of Arcot Nawab Mohammed Abdul Ali and actor Rajinikanth condoled Ā the death of DMK leader M Karunanidhi.
Kovind tweeted, “Extremely sad to learn of the passing of Thiru M Karunanidhi.”
“A doyen of our public life, as a contributor to the development
of Tamil Nadu and of India he has few peers,” he said.
“Our country is poorer today. My condolences to his family and
millions of well-wishers #PresidentKovind,” he said.
MODI MESSAGE
Modi said he was deeply saddened by the passing away of Karunandihi
and described him as one of the senior most leaders of India.
“We have lost a deep-rooted mass leader, prolific thinker, accomplished
writer and a stalwart whose life was devoted to the welfare of the poor
and the marginalised,” the Prime Minister said.
“Kalaignar Karunanidhi stood for regional aspirations as well as national
progress. He was steadfastly committed to the welfare of Tamils and ensured
that Tamil Naduās voice was effectively heard,” he said.
Modi, in a series of tweets, said, “I have had the opportunity of
interacting with Karunanidhi Ji on several occasions. His understanding
of policy and emphasis on social welfare stood out. Firmly committed to
democratic ideals, his strong opposition to the Emergency will always be
remembered.”
“My thoughts are with the family and the countless supporters of
Karunanidhi Ji in this hour of grief,” he said.
“India and particularly Tamil Nadu will miss him immensely. May his
soul rest in peace,” Modi said.