Tributes Pour In As CPI(M) Veteran Sitaram Yechury Passes Away

The CPI(M) expressed grief over the passing of its general secretary Sitaram Yechury at 72, describing it as a major blow to Left, democratic, and secular forces. Yechury, a prominent Marxist ideologue, died at AIIMS after a prolonged illness. Tributes from political colleagues highlighted his contributions and leadership.

The CPI(M) on Thursday expressed profound grief over the death of its general secretary, Sitaram Yechury, a significant loss for Left, democratic, and secular forces.

Yechury, 72, passed away at AIIMS following a prolonged illness. He was in a critical condition for several days and on respiratory support. The CPI(M) lamented the loss of the veteran leader, describing him as an outstanding Marxist ideologue.

Tributes poured in from political colleagues, acknowledging his longstanding contributions to the Left movement. CPI General Secretary D Raja reminisced about decades of collaboration, while the All India Forward Bloc hailed his crucial role in today's leftist political sphere.

(With inputs from agencies.)