Respected Politician and former President of India, Pranab Mukherjee passed away on 31st August, 2020.
Pranab Mukherjee, who served as the President of India from 2012 to 2017, passed away earlier today. After being tested positive for COVID, he was being treated at the Army RR Hospital in Delhi Cantonment. According to reports, he was on a ventillator following surgery to remove a blood clot from his brain earlier in August 2020.
The sad news came after his son, Abhijit Mukherjee took to Twitter to announce that despite the best efforts of medical professionals and everyone's prayers, his father had passed away.
With a Heavy Heart , this is to inform you that my father Shri #PranabMukherjee has just passed away inspite of the best efforts of Doctors of RR Hospital & prayers ,duas & prarthanas from people throughout India !
— Abhijit Mukherjee (@ABHIJIT_LS) August 31, 2020
I thank all of You 🙏
Pranab Mukherjee had earned respect across the political spectrum, owing to his acumen, experience and knowledge. He was honored with the Padma Vibhushan (2008) and Bharat Ratna (2019) as well for his contributions. His Political career lasted over five decades and his passing away is being mourned by millions of people. Politicians, family friends and many other Netizens shared their condolences with the family and expressed their sadness on Twitter.
Take a look:
India grieves the passing away of Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee. He has left an indelible mark on the development trajectory of our nation. A scholar par excellence, a towering statesman, he was admired across the political spectrum and by all sections of society. pic.twitter.com/gz6rwQbxi6
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 31, 2020
My sincere condolences, Abjijit Da! My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. A terrible loss for the country.
— Ashok Swain (@ashoswai) August 31, 2020
My sincere condolences 🙏 A great loss for your family and the nation, Pranab sir will never be forgotten, his legacy will live on forever, may God give you and your family strength in this difficult time
— Nila Madhab PANDA ନୀଳମାଧବ ପଣ୍ଡା (@nilamadhabpanda) August 31, 2020
Extremely sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences to the family 🙏🏼
— Shivani Chopra (@ShivaniChopra_) August 31, 2020
Condolences to you and your family on this loss.
— Srivatsa (@srivatsayb) August 31, 2020
I am deeply pained by the demise of Hon former President&Veteran Cong leader Thiru #PranabMukherjee uncle. He was a grt statesman & an encyclopedia of politics. He wl be missed greatly. My heart goes out for my dear friend @Sharmistha_GK at this hour of grief. Stay strong dear. pic.twitter.com/9zc0E5uBVQ
— Jothimani (@jothims) August 31, 2020
Ex-president "Bharat Ratna. Shri. Pranab Mukherjee" is No More. He will be Remembered through time for his Great Service towards the Nation. A leader whose absence will echo through the course of Nations Politics. My condolences to his family. #PranabMukherjee #abhijeetmukherjee pic.twitter.com/Yo1AGgDT5Y
— Naga Babu Konidela (@NagaBabuOffl) August 31, 2020
I am deeply pained by the loss of Hon. Former President of India Shri #PranabMukherjee ji. He was one of the finest leaders, a statesman and a visionary. His legacy shall be something to cherish forever. pic.twitter.com/FZWTCLmWXq
— Yogita Bhayana (@yogitabhayana) August 31, 2020
Former President #PranabMukherjee died today 😢
— Viditi 😍 (@RjVidit) August 31, 2020
He was such a kind person as well as president ❤️
I don't think so that we will get a president like him again 😢
My Deepest Condolences to his family 🙏
Rest in Peace Sir! 🙏🙏#omshanti 🙏#rippranabmukherjee pic.twitter.com/yig7QYM7sQ
Deeply saddened at the demise of Former President of India, Bharat Ratna Shri. Pranab Mukherjee
— Sushil Kumar (@WrestlerSushil) August 31, 2020
My deepest condolences to his family . India has lost a great leader today🙏🙏 #PranabMukherjee pic.twitter.com/ZQe6Tyacmt
Rest in Peace #PranabMukherjee ji. An inspiring figure to the nation. My condolences are with his loved ones.
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) August 31, 2020