Arun Jaitley dead: How political leaders remembered the former Union minister

Here’s how political leaders remembered him

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari: “I have seen him closely when he started as a student leader of the Vidyarthi Parishad. He was one of the top lawyers in the country who possessed natural argumentative skills.”

BJP Veteran LK Advani:  “A dedicated party worker for decades, he was someone who was inducted into the BJP core team when I was Party President and he soon rose to become one of the most prominent leaders of the party.”

BJP working president JP Nadda: Praising the senior BJP leader for his contribution to the nation and the party, Nadda said, ” All the people of India are deeply saddened by the demise of Arun Jaitley. Pleasant by personality, a team player by attitude and a savior for the government in times of need, he served the party and nation with full commitment.”

President Ran Nath Kovind: Extremely saddened by the passing of Shri Arun Jaitley after battling a long illness with fortitude and dignity. A brilliant lawyer, a seasoned parliamentarian, and a distinguished Minister, he contributed immensely to nation building. His passing leaves a huge void in our public life and our intellectual ecosystem. Condolences to his family and associates.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Arun Jaitley Ji was a political giant, towering intellectual and legal luminary. He was an articulate leader who made a lasting contribution to India. His passing away is very saddening. Spoke to his wife Sangeeta Ji as well as son Rohan, and expressed condolences. Om Shanti.

Full of life, blessed with wit, a great sense of humour and charisma, Arun Jaitley Ji was admired by people across all sections of society. He was multi-faceted, having impeccable knowledge about India’s Constitution, history, public policy, governance and administration.

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Vice President Venkaiah Naidu: Arun Jaitley’s death is an irreparable loss for the country and personally to me also. I have no words to express my grief. He was a powerful intellectual, an able administrator and a man of impeccable integrity

Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah: Deeply pained by the demise of Arun Jaitley ji. It is like a personal loss for me. I have not only lost a senior party leader but also an important family member who will forever be a guiding light for me.

Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh: Arun Jaitley ji served the nation in several capacities and he was an asset to the government and the party organisation. He always had a deep and clear understanding of the issues of the day. His knowledge and articulation won him, several friends.

Jaitleyji will always be remembered for pulling the economy out of the gloom and putting it back on the right track. The BJP will miss Arunji’s presence. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family.

Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman: No words can describe the loss of Shri Arun Jaitley. A mentor to many of us, a guide and a moral support and strength. Have learnt so much from him. A fine large-hearted person. Always ready to help anyone/everyone. His intelligence, sagacity, astuteness have no match.

UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi: Shri Jaitley had a long innings as a public figure, Parliamentarian and Minister and his contributions to public life will forever be remembered.

Former President Pranab Mukherjee: Deeply saddened at the untimely passing away of Shri Arun Jaitley. Visited him just day before & prayed for his speedy recovery. He was a leader with deep intellect & knowledge, and a voice of reason. He will be dearly missed. My prayers with his family, friends & admirers.

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