Former Minister of Finance of India and a political giant, Arun Jaitley was undergoing treatment in AIIMS hospital, New Delhi after he was admitted to the hospital on August 9. However, things took a sudden turn for the worse as he breathed his last today after battling a long illness.
A seasoned parliamentarian and a distinguished member of the BJP, Jaitley’s sudden death has shocked the nation. Social media has flooded with condolences grieving his sad demise at 66 that comes as a huge loss on the face of Indian politics.
Former Union Finance Minister and senior BJP leader #ArunJaitley passes away. pic.twitter.com/kWxLlJkoYV
— Doordarshan National (@DDNational) August 24, 2019
The who’s who of the entertainment sector and many political figures among others shared their last memories with the minister and paid their tribute to the departed soul.
With the demise of Arun Jaitley Ji, I have lost a valued friend, whom I have had the honour of knowing for decades. His insight on issues and nuanced understanding of matters had very few parallels. He lived well, leaving us all with innumerable happy memories. We will miss him!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 24, 2019
On behalf of France, I offer our heartfelt condolences to the family & loved ones of Shri Arun Jaitley ji.
As the nation mourns its former FM & one of Rajya Sabha's most prominent voices, France stands with India & its people in this time of deep grief.#ArunJaitley pic.twitter.com/QiHmupN0Wz— Emmanuel Lenain (@FranceinIndia) August 24, 2019
Met Shri #ArunJaitley Ji almost 20 years back for the first time & have been his admirer ever since.
His demise is a huge loss for our nation.
Will be truly missed.
My heartfelt condolences to the family. 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/XsBXwQnpj0— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) August 24, 2019
#ArunJaitley , my dear and close friend for 5 decades, is no more. In his passing away, #India has lost an able administrator, a fine jurist and an incorruptible politician. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Om Shanti. @arunjaitley
— Rajat Sharma (@RajatSharmaLive) August 24, 2019
Pained at the passing away of #ArunJaitley ji. Apart from having served greatly in public life , he played a huge role in many players from Delhi getting an opportunity to represent India. There was a time when not many players from Delhi got a chance at the highest level ..cont
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) August 24, 2019
The nation loses a great leader… You will be missed, #ArunJaitley ji… Thoughts and prayers with the family… ॐ शांति 🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/yfvKIWWJey
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) August 24, 2019
Saddened to learn the news of Arun Jaitley ji’s passing away. He was a very kind soul.
Rest in Peace.🙏 #ArunJaitley— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) August 24, 2019
Nation loses another great leader.Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.#ArunJaitley pic.twitter.com/RXGw1bWDLP
— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) August 24, 2019
Extremely saddened to hear about the loss of #ArunJaitley ji.. My sincere condolences to all the near and dear ones ..
— arjunk26 (@arjunk26) August 24, 2019
Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri #ArunJaitley ji… deepest condolences to the family & loved ones. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/hhxcbj9C03
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 24, 2019
Our nation loses another Great leader !! Rest in Power Master.
Om Shanti.#ArunJaitley #OmShanti— Koena Mitra (@koenamitra) August 24, 2019
Rest in peace #ArunJaitley. Your demise has left a void in the country. My prayers are with the family and loved ones.
— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) August 24, 2019
Deeply pained & anguished on the sad demise of our old friend, friend & guide of the society, veteran stalwart leader #ArunJaitley.
The whole nation grieves his loss. He led over four decades in public life effectively & satisfyingly. He had enormous leadership qualities & was a— Shatrughan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) August 24, 2019
An outstanding orator and intellectual, Arun Jaitley was an asset to Indian politics. His death is an irreplaceable loss for the country.
May his soul rest in peace.
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