Political Stalwart Sitaram Yechury Passes Away at 72

The Congress party has expressed profound condolences on the death of CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury, who passed away at AIIMS at the age of 72. Leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, praised Yechury's deep understanding of India, his intellect, and his commitment to ideals.

In a solemn moment for Indian politics, CPI(M) general secretary Sitaram Yechury passed away on Thursday at the age of 72 after a prolonged illness at AIIMS. Known for his deep understanding of India and his commitment to intellectual and ideological rigor, his demise was widely mourned by political leaders.

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, extolled Yechury as a protector of the 'Idea of India.' Gandhi expressed sorrow over the loss of a friend with whom he shared many extensive discussions.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge emphasized Yechury's balanced approach between personal relationships and political ideologies. He called Yechury a 'humble leader' and an 'outstanding intellectual,' whose absence leaves a void in Indian politics.

(With inputs from agencies.)