Congress President Sonia Gandhi said Pranab Mukherjee, who died on Monday, was an “integral part” of the party, national life and the cent...
Congress President Sonia Gandhi said Pranab Mukherjee, who died on Monday, was an “integral part” of the party, national life and the central government for over five decades, The Indian Express reported. “It is hard to imagine how we can do without his wisdom, experience, sage advice and deep understanding of so many subjects,” Gandhi added.
Gandhi made the comments in a condolence letter she wrote to Mukherjee’s daughter Sharmishtha Mukherjee. “He brought distinction to every post he held, he established a genuine rapport with colleagues across the political spectrum, and he served our country with the utmost dedication,” the Congress president said.
Gandhi said the former president’s life in the last 50 years mirrored the history of India during these years. “He played a crucial role both in shaping the course of events as well actively participating in them, whether as a cabinet minister, parliamentarian or President of India,” she wrote to his daughter.
Mukherjee had been in a critical condition since a brain surgery on August 10 and had also tested positive for the coronavirus. Mukherjee’s health had worsened on Sunday due to a lung infection. He was being treated at the Army’s Research and Referral Hospital in Delhi.
The Congress remembered Mukherjee for his “integrity and compassion”. “We are...
