Former Foreign Minister and one of BJP's tallest leaders Sushma Swaraj has died after she was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi. Sources say Ms Swaraj was rushed to hospital by her family after she was taken ill. Sushma Swaraj, 67, had not been keeping well lately, which is why she had not contested the Lok Sabha polls months earlier.
PM Modi, remembering the former Foreign Affairs minister, tweeted that "a glorious chapter in Indian politics comes to an end."
"India grieves the demise of a remarkable leader who devoted her life to public service and bettering lives of the poor. Sushma Swaraj Ji was one of her kind, who was a source of inspiration for crores of people," the PM tweeted.
The prime minister said Sushma Swaraj was a prolific orator and outstanding Parliamentarian. "She was admired and revered across party lines. She was uncompromising when it came to matters of ideology and interests of the BJP, whose growth she immensely contributed to," the PM added.
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#RIPSushmaSwarajJi ...an amazing leader, orator and minister..... condolences to the family...🙏🙏🙏
- Karan Johar (@karanjohar) August 6, 2019
Ms Swaraj was admitted to All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) following a deterioration in her health.
According to sources at AIIMS, the 67-year-old was feeling restless at 9 pm and reached the hospital at around 9:30 pm in an ambulance. A team of doctors tried to revive her for 70 to 80 minutes but failed in their attempt. Ms Swaraj was declared dead at 10:50 pm, according to ANI.
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READ HERE: Amit Shah, Rahul Gandhi Condole Sushma Swaraj's DeathVeteran BJP leader Sushma Swaraj's sudden death today is being mourned by politicians across party lines. The former foreign affairs minister, who was much loved and respected by everyone, died today at Delhi's AIIMS at the age of 67.
Read Here: "India Grieves Demise Of A Remarkable Leader": PM Modi On Sushma SwarajIndia grieves the demise of a remarkable leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tweeted after the death of former union minister and BJP veteran Sushma Swaraj at Delhi's AIIMS hospital.
READ HERE: Sushma Swaraj Among BJP's Most Beloved, Admired Across Political LinesSushma Swaraj, whose death on Tuesday left the nation in grief, was one of the most respected leaders of the ruling BJP and will perhaps be best remembered for her tenure as External Affairs Minister till earlier this year. She died at Delhi's AIIMS hospital after being brought there by her family at around 10 pm. She was 67.
READ HERE: Sushma Swaraj, BJP Veteran And Former Foreign Minister, Dies At 67Sushma Swaraj, former foreign minister and one of the BJP's tallest leaders who was respected across party lines, has died, Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences said late this evening. A number of her party colleagues and ministers have already reached the premier hospital. Among the first to arrive were Nitin Gadkari, Dr Harshvardhan, Rajnath Singh and Smriti Irani.
Extremely shocked to hear of the passing of Smt Sushma Swaraj. The country has lost a much loved leader who epitomised dignity, courage & integrity in public life. Ever willing to help others, she will always be remembered for her service to the people of India #PresidentKovind
- President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 6, 2019
Deeply shocked to learn of the passing away of Smt Sushma Swaraj. Difficult to accept this news. The whole nation grieves, the Foreign Ministry even more so.
- Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 6, 2019
Saddened, pained & broken on demise of Sushmaji. She was one of the most outstanding politicians in the Present Era. She distinguished in all positions. She held Senior Positions with the Party, NDA Govt. & while in opposition. She leaves behind a void which is difficult to fill.
- Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) August 6, 2019
Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of BJP leader Sushma Swaraj Ji. Her contribution to the nation in various leadership roles will never be forgotten. Her stellar work as MEA will be looked upon as an exemplary model of governance. I pray God to give strength to the family pic.twitter.com/V241dX5sON
- N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) August 6, 2019
Deeply saddened, shocked at the sudden passing away of Sushma Swaraj Ji.I knew her since the 1990s.Even though our ideologies differed, we shared many cordial times in Parliament. An outstanding politician, leader, good human being.Will miss her.Condolences to her family/admirers
- Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) August 6, 2019
Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing away of stalwart leader Smt.#SushmaSwaraj! The nation will miss her effervescence, warmth and unmissable receptiveness as a leader!
- Manish Tewari (@ManishTewari) August 6, 2019
Deeply shocked to know that former Foreign minister Smt. @SushmaSwaraj is no more.
- Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) August 6, 2019
My condolences to her closed ones & well-wishers. May her soul rest in peace.
I am deeply saddened by the sad demise of Former Union Minister, ex-CM of Delhi @SushmaSwaraj ji. A loss to our Nation.
- H D Devegowda (@H_D_Devegowda) August 6, 2019
May God give her family the courage to bear this pain.#SushmaSwaraj
Extremely shocked & deeply saddened at the sudden & untimely demise of our senior leader & former EAM, Smt Sushma Swaraj Ji.
- Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) August 6, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to her family & friends.
Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/12YqDnZnIC
I'm shocked to hear about the demise of Sushma Swaraj Ji, an extraordinary political leader, a gifted orator & an exceptional Parliamentarian, with friendships across party lines.
- Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 6, 2019
My condolences to her family in this hour of grief.
May her soul rest in peace.
Om Shanti
Deeply shocked and anguished by the sudden demise of an extremely valued colleague Smt. Sushma Swaraj.
- Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 6, 2019
She was a seasoned Parliamentarian and widely respected cutting across the party lines. Her demise is a monumental loss for us.
The demise of Sushma Swaraj ji is a huge loss to the nation. Her last 10 years, first as LoP and then as EAM were as inspirational as her rise in politics of the early days. The country has lost a statesman who went beyond political lines. (1/2)
- Aaditya Thackeray (@AUThackeray) August 6, 2019
I have an axe to grind with you Didi . You made Bansuri pick a restaurant to take me for a celebratory lunch. You left without fulfilling your promise to the two of us.
- Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) August 6, 2019
Shocked to hear about the sad demise of Sushmaji Swaraj. She would always call me 'Sharad Bhau'. We've lost a great statesman, eloquent orator, efficient administrator, fellow parliamentarian and above all a kind hearted person.
- Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) August 6, 2019
We are saddened to hear about the untimely demise of Smt Sushma Swaraj. Our condolences to her family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/T9wg739c8i
- Congress (@INCIndia) August 6, 2019
Sushma Ji was a prolific orator and outstanding Parliamentarian. She was admired and revered across party lines.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2019
She was uncompromising when it came to matters of ideology and interests of the BJP, whose growth she immensely contributed to.
A glorious chapter in Indian politics comes to an end. India grieves the demise of a remarkable leader who devoted her life to public service and bettering lives of the poor. Sushma Swaraj Ji was one of her kind, who was a source of inspiration for crores of people.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2019
The senior BJP leader was brought to AIIMS at 10:15 PM and was straight away taken to the emergency ward.
She had a kidney transplant in 2016 and had opted out of contesting Lok Sabha polls earlier this year for health reasons.
BREAKING: Sushma Swaraj, BJP Veteran And Former Foreign Minister, Dies At 67Sushma Swaraj, former union minister and one of the BJP's tallest leaders, was admitted in Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences late this evening. Reports say her condition is critical.
Read Here: Sushma Swaraj Health: Sushma Swaraj Critically Ill, Admitted At Delhi's AIIMSSushma Swaraj, former union minister and one of the BJP's tallest leaders, was admitted in Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences late this evening. Reports say her condition is critical.
Delhi: Former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has been admitted to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in a critical condition; #visuals from outside the hospital. (File pic) pic.twitter.com/MDTrSOQgUz
- ANI (@ANI) August 6, 2019
