File photo of senior BJP leader LK Advani with wife Kamla Advani.
New Delhi:
Senior BJP leader LK Advani's wife Kamla Advani, his companion of over 50 years, died in Delhi on Wednesday.
Mrs Advani, 83, had been unwell for some time and had been admitted to the AIIMS hospital earlier today after she complained of breathlessness, sources close to the family said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first to offer his condolences and pay tribute.
The Advanis, who have a son and a daughter, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2014.
Over the years, Kamla Advani was almost a constant presence by the veteran politician's side during campaigns and functions.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi, who shares her wedding date with the Advanis, and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah also sent condolence messages after her death.
Mrs Advani, 83, had been unwell for some time and had been admitted to the AIIMS hospital earlier today after she complained of breathlessness, sources close to the family said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first to offer his condolences and pay tribute.
Deeply pained & saddened by Kamla Advani ji's demise. She always inspired & motivated Karyakartas & was LK Advani ji's pillar of strength.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 6, 2016
I recall my many interactions with Kamla Advani ji. My thoughts are with the Advani family in this hour of grief. May her soul rest in peace
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 6, 2016
The Advanis, who have a son and a daughter, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2014.
Over the years, Kamla Advani was almost a constant presence by the veteran politician's side during campaigns and functions.
Congress president Sonia Gandhi, who shares her wedding date with the Advanis, and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah also sent condolence messages after her death.
Track Latest News Live on NDTV.com and get news updates from India and around the world
