Goa chief minister Manohar Parrikar passes away at 63, tributes pour in

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

Deeply saddened to learn about the untimely passing away of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa.
He is one of the most lovable and honest senior politicians of our country. He was a dynamic and dedicated individual who led life full of values and principles.#Parrikar pic.twitter.com/TJ29N0w8V2

— VicePresidentOfIndia (@VPSecretariat) March 17, 2019

In his passing, the nation in general and Goa in particular lost its proud son.
My heartfelt condolences to the members of his bereaved family. May his soul rest in peace.#Parrikar

— VicePresidentOfIndia (@VPSecretariat) March 17, 2019

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

I am deeply saddened to learn about the demise of Shri Manohar Parrikar, CM of Goa. We have lost an able and industrious administrator who made his mark with his simple demeanour and extraordinary intellect.
My sincere condolences to his family members.

— Sharad Pawar (@PawarSpeaks) March 17, 2019

Saddened to know about the demise of senior BJP leader Shri Manohar Parrikar ji, Chief Minister of Goa. He always led by example in his public life & was loved by masses. He will be missed by everyone of us. May God render peace to the departed soul. Om Shanti ॐ शान्ति

— Chowkidar Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) March 17, 2019

Deepest condolences over the untimely death of former Defence Minister and Chief Minister of Goa Shri Manohar Parrikar. May his soul rest in peace. May God give strength and support to the bereaved family at this saddest hour.

— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) March 17, 2019

Shri Manohar Parrikar was an unparalleled leader.

A true patriot and exceptional administrator, he was admired by all. His impeccable service to the nation will be remembered by generations.

Deeply saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and supporters.

Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/uahXme3ifp

— Chowkidar Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2019

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

India will be eternally grateful to Shri Manohar Parrikar for his tenure as our Defence Minister. When he was RM, India witnessed a series of decisions that enhanced India’s security capacities, boosted indigenous defence production and bettered the lives of ex-servicemen.

— Chowkidar Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2019

Simple, hardworking and brilliant, Manohar Parrikar ji was a visionary man of exemplary integrity.

His demise is an irreplaceable loss to the people of our nation, to people of Goa and to @BJP4India.

I was honoured to have known him well, and I treasure the memories.

ॐ शांति

— Chowkidar Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) March 17, 2019

Former Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan pays his respects to Goa CM Manohar Parrikar pic.twitter.com/4Od6N70SYA

— Republic (@republic) March 17, 2019

मनोहर पर्रिकर जी के देहांत का समाचार सुनकर बहुत दुःख हुआ। हालाँकि वो बहुत समय से बीमार थे तो भी मन इसके लिए तैयार नहीं था कि वह हमें इतनी जल्दी छोड़ जायेंगे। मेरे लिए तो वो भाई की तरह थे इसलिए उनका निधन मेरे लिए व्यक्तिगत क्षति है।

— Chowkidar Sushma Swaraj (@SushmaSwaraj) March 17, 2019

We inform with deep grief that our beloved Chief Minister of Goa Shri. Manohar Parrikar passed away today evening, after a spirited battle against cancer.

— CMO Goa (@goacm) March 17, 2019

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis extends condolences after Goa CM Manohar Parrikar's demise pic.twitter.com/IMawMpZkrt

— Republic (@republic) March 17, 2019

My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends & colleagues of #ManoharParrikar Sahib. His untimely demise has left a void that will be difficult to fill. May his soul rest in peace.

— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) March 17, 2019

Program plan of Shri Manohar Parrikar's final journey. pic.twitter.com/F48awpxoMW

— CMO Goa (@goacm) March 17, 2019

Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa and former Defence Minister. The nation will remember him as a loved public figure. My heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace!

— Capt.Amarinder Singh (@capt_amarinder) March 17, 2019

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath expresses condolences on Goa CM Manohar Parrikar's demise pic.twitter.com/jEP90y8i6H

— Republic (@republic) March 17, 2019

Extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Shri Manohar Parrikar, Chief Minister of Goa, after an illness borne with fortitude and dignity. An epitome of integrity and dedication in public life, his service to the people of Goa and of India will not be forgotten #PresidentKovind

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 17, 2019

Shri Manohar Parrikar is no more. A sincere, honest & sensitive political activist. Was simple and down to earth, I learnt a lot from Shri.Parrikar. As Raksha Mantri his contribution to making the armed forces a modernised, lean & mean fighting machine will remain unparalleled.

— Chowkidar Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) March 17, 2019

राजनीति में शुरुआती दिनों से वे मेरे साथी और अच्छे मित्र थे। गोवा के विकास के लिए लिए आख़िरी साँस तक संघर्ष करने वाले भारत माँ के इस महान सपूत को मेरी भावभीनी श्रद्धांजलि।ॐ

— Chowkidar Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) March 17, 2019

We condole the passing of former Union Minister & Chief Minister @manoharparrikar. We hope that his family finds strength in their moment of grief. pic.twitter.com/l3gltDCygS

— Congress (@INCIndia) March 17, 2019

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

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

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

Parrikar ji has shown the entire nation how a BJP Karyakarta, even during his toughest time, is committed to the philosophy of Nation First, Party Next and Self Last.

He will always be remembered for his contributions as India’s Defence Minister and as CM of Goa. pic.twitter.com/jiKNGoOZrj

— Chowkidar Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 17, 2019

Entire BJP stands firmly with Parrikar ji’s family. I along with millions of BJP karyakartas and importantly the people of Goa, who were his family, express my deepest condolences. May God give the bereaved family strength to withstand this tragic loss. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti. pic.twitter.com/HWFA4gtSnX

— Chowkidar Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 17, 2019

BJP President Amit Shah pays his tributes to Goa CM Manohar Parrikar pic.twitter.com/F3J7tLb5Xg

— Republic (@republic) March 17, 2019