Political Giants Mourn the Passing of Veteran Leader Sitaram Yechury

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Ghulam Nabi Azad mourned the death of veteran CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury. Yechury passed away at 72 following a prolonged illness. He was known for his role in visiting Kashmir post the abrogation of Article 370 and was respected across party lines.

In a display of deep respect, former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Ghulam Nabi Azad have expressed profound shock over the demise of veteran CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury.

Yechury, aged 72, passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi following a prolonged illness. His death has left a significant void in the realm of national politics.

Azad took to social media to share his grief, calling Yechury a great statesman and dedicated parliamentarian. Mehbooba Mufti echoed these sentiments, expressing deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

Known for his unyielding commitment, Yechury played a pivotal role in key political movements, including being the first national leader to visit Kashmir in the wake of the abrogation of Article 370.

Multiple leaders, including Congress's Saifuddin Soz, have lauded Yechury's qualities and respected persona that transcended party lines, contributing to his legacy as a remarkable human being.

(With inputs from agencies.)