President Pranab Mukherjee condoled the passing away of veteran CPI leader AB Bardhan. (Press Trust of India file photo)
President Pranab Mukherjee today condoled the passing away of veteran CPI leader AB Bardhan, saying his "influence extended across the political spectrum".
In a condolence message to his son Ashok Bardhan, the president said the nation had lost an "outstanding public figure and a dedicated trade union leader".
"I am deeply saddened to know about the demise of your father AB Bardhan... he was a personal friend and colleague of long years."
"Widely respected for his wisdom and commitment to the poor, Bardhan's influence extended across the political spectrum. As a veteran leader of the CPI, he made immense contribution towards advancing the cause of the working class."
In his passing away, the nation has lost a dedicated trade union leader who was always in touch with the grassroots of society, he added.
The Communist Party of India (CPI) leader died at a hospital in New Delhi on Saturday. He was 92.