Condolences have poured in on the death of Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar. Parrikar, 63, was battling pancreatic cancer.
Congress President Rahul Gandhi wrote, “I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Goa CM, Shri Manohar Parrikar Ji, who bravely battled a debilitating illness for over a year. Respected and admired across party lines, he was one of Goa’s favourite sons. My condolences to his family in this time of grief.”
I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Goa CM, Shri Manohar Parrikar Ji, who bravely battled a debilitating illness for over a year.
Respected and admired across party lines, he was one of Goa’s favourite sons.
My condolences to his family in this time of grief.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) March 17, 2019
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted, “Extremely saddened at the news of passing away of Goa CM Sh Manohar Parrikar ji. A symbol of simplicity in politics who led a humble life is no longer with us. May his family bear the irreparable loss with courage. Prayers with them.”
Extremely saddened at the news of passing away of Goa CM Sh Manohar Parrikar ji. A symbol of simplicity in politics who led a humble life is no longer with us. May his family bear the irreparable loss with courage. Prayers with them
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) March 17, 2019
AICC General Secretary in-charge of UP East, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, wrote, “My condolences to the bereaved family of Shri. Manohar Parrikar. I met him only once, when he graciously visited my mother at the hospital two years ago. May his soul rest in peace.”
My condolences to the bereaved family of Shri. Manohar Parrikar. I met him only once, when he graciously visited my mother at the hospital two years ago. May his soul rest in peace.
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) March 17, 2019
Industrialist Naveen Jindal wrote, “Deeply saddened to hear of the demise of Shri #ManoharParrikar . My condolences to his family, friends and countless supporters. Om Shanti.”
Deeply saddened to hear of the demise of Shri #ManoharParrikar . My condolences to his family, friends and countless supporters. Om Shanti ?
— Naveen Jindal (@MPNaveenJindal) March 17, 2019
From Parrikar’s own party, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the way by expressing his anguish on the demise of his former cabinet colleague. Parrikar had held defence portfolio before he was sent to Goa to take up the post of Chief Minister in 2017. Modi wrote, “Shri Manohar Parrikar was the builder of modern Goa. Thanks to his affable personality and accessible nature, he remained the preferred leader of the state for years. His pro-people policies ensured Goa scales remarkable heights of progress.”
Shri Manohar Parrikar was the builder of modern Goa. Thanks to his affable personality and accessible nature, he remained the preferred leader of the state for years. His pro-people policies ensured Goa scales remarkable heights of progress.
— Chowkidar Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2019
Here are some more reactions:
Deeply saddened and pained by the demise of my dear friend & Chief Minister of Goa, Shri Manohar Parrikar. He was known for his honesty, integrity and simplicity. He served the nation and the state of Goa with great diligence. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family.
— Chowkidar Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) March 17, 2019
A leader, a mentor, a friend- Parrikar Sir meant all that & more to my family. But then every Goan can say the same for that was the persona of Manohar Parrikar. He taught me dignity in the face of adversity, loyalty in tough times & perseverance so that determined goals are met.
— Chowkidar Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) March 17, 2019
Deeply condole the sad demise of Manohar Parrikar.
A brilliant IIT graduate, an outstanding CM of Goa, an accomplished Defence Minister, a man of impeccable integrity, firm believer in good governance and above all a good human being.
Miss you Manohar Ji.— Chowkidar Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) March 17, 2019
Very Sad news of Goa CM Sh @manoharparrikar Ji’s demise ..He worked till His last breath…taught us a great lesson -“never Give Up”!!
He will always remain in our hearts
ॐ शांति शांति शांति ? pic.twitter.com/1wrKOt1Qma— Chowkidar Sambit Patra (@sambitswaraj) March 17, 2019
Manohar Parrikar ji’s demise is extremely painful. In him, the nation has lost a true patriot who selflessely dedicated his entire life to the country and ideology. Parrikar ji’s commitment towards his people and duties was exemplary.
— Chowkidar Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 17, 2019