Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and said he was widely acclaimed as a humble and down-to-earth leader who was sensitive to the problems of the people.
Yadav, 82, failed at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram.
“Shri Mulayam Singh Yadav Ji was a remarkable personality. He was extensively appreciated as a humble and down-to-earth leader who was sensitive to the people’s problems,” Modi stated.
The Prime Minister said he served the people diligently and dedicated his life to popularizing the ideals of Jayaprakash Narayan and Ram Manohar Lohia.
I had many interactions with Mulayam Singh Yadav Ji when we served as Chief Ministers of our respective states. The close association continued and I always looked forward to hearing his views. His demise pains me. Condolences to his family and lakhs of supporters. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/eWbJYoNfzU
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 10, 2022
Modi said that as defense minister, Yadav worked for a strong India and that his parliamentary interventions were practical.
Yadav stressed advancing the national interest, the prime minister said.
Shri Mulayam Singh Yadav Ji was a remarkable personality. He was widely admired as a humble and grounded leader who was sensitive to people’s problems. He served people diligently and devoted his life towards popularising the ideals of Loknayak JP and Dr. Lohia. pic.twitter.com/kFtDHP40q9
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 10, 2022
Mulayam Singh Yadav Ji distinguished himself in UP and national politics. He was a key soldier for democracy during the Emergency. As Defence Minister, he worked for a stronger India. His Parliamentary interventions were insightful and emphasised on furthering national interest. pic.twitter.com/QKGfFfimr8
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 10, 2022
