Leaders Remember Sitaram Yechury’s Enduring Commitment to Public Service

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed their condolences on the passing of CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury. Yechury, 72, died at AIIMS in Delhi after a prolonged illness. Dhankhar highlighted Yechury's significant contributions to Indian democracy, while Birla prayed for his peace.

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday expressed their condolences on the passing of CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury, emphasizing his rich legacy of public service.

Sitaram Yechury, aged 72, passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi following a prolonged illness.

Vice-President Dhankhar, who is also the Rajya Sabha chairperson, noted Yechury's significant contributions to Indian democracy over a career spanning five decades. In a post on X, Birla prayed for peace for the departed soul.

(With inputs from agencies.)