PM Modi, National Leaders Mourn the Passing of CPI(M) Leader Sitaram Yechury
New Delhi: Prominent parliamentarian and national CPIM General Secretary Sitaram Yachury today died at AIIMS New Delhi after he was admitted there for treatment of pneumonia on August 19. He was 72.
The family has donated the cadaver of Yechury for medical research to the AIIMS.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of senior CPI(M) leader, Sitaram Yechury. In his message, the PM called Yechury a "leading light of the Left" and praised his ability to connect across the political spectrum.
He also highlighted Yechury's contributions as an effective parliamentarian. "My thoughts are with his family and admirers in this sad hour," PM Modi said.
National leaders, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Sonia Gandhi, have also mourned the demise of the veteran politician.
Rahul Gandhi in his message said: Sitaram Yechury ji was a friend.
"A protector of the Idea of India with a deep understanding of our country".
"I will miss the long discussions we used to have. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and followers in this hour of grief, Gandhi said.
Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, in his statement, said, "I am deeply saddened by the news of Sitaram Yechury Ji's demise.
He dedicated his life to fighting for the rights of the underprivileged, workers, and marginalized sections of society, playing a significant role in strengthening the parliamentary system.
AIKS Bids Farewell to Comrade Sitaram.
The All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) mourns the passing of Comrade Sitaram Yechury, CPI(M) General Secretary and a champion of the working class. A sharp Marxist mind, Yechury was a fierce voice for farmers and workers both in Parliament and on the streets.
"Comrade Yechury stood with the peasantry when neo-liberal policies threatened their livelihoods. He fought imperialism and corporates head-on," said AIKS General Secretary Vijoo Krishnan.
A student leader from JNU’s turbulent 1970s, Yechury led the fight against the Emergency and became a key figure in the Kisan movement. He rallied against the Modi government's push for agricultural corporatization, uniting opposition forces.
"His legacy is in the struggle. The best way to honor him is to keep fighting," added Krishnan.
Yechury's body has been placed at the CPI(M) headquarters in New Delhi for his final darshan, allowing the public and political leaders to pay their respects.
