Mulayam Singh Yadav passes away: Political fraternity pays tribute to SP patriarch

On Monday, Samajwadi Party patriarch and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav passed away at the age of 82. Yadav was shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on October 2 after his health deteriorated. He was undergoing treatment at the Medanta Hospital in Gurugram since August 22. Since then, his condition remained critical, and was put on life-saving drugs. 

People from different walks of life are paying heartfelt tributes to former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. Political fraternity too expressed grief after learning about the demise of the Samajwadi Party patriarch. 

Political fraternity pays condolences 

Taking to Twitter, the Indian National Congress mourned the demise of Mulayam Singh Yadav. "The death of Mulayam Singh Yadav, the patron of the Samajwadi Party, former Defense Minister of the country, and former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, is an irreparable loss to Indian politics. May God give him a place at his feet and give strength to his family and supporters to bear this loss," read INC's official statement.

Shiv Sena leader Priyanka Chaturvedi also condoled the former Defence Minister's demise, stating, "My heartfelt condolences to Akhilesh Yadav, the Yadav family, all members of Samajwadi Party and its supporters on the passing of stalwart leader & former CM of UP Mulayam Singh Yadav. He leaves behind a huge legacy of work and service. He will be hugely missed."

Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Bhupesh Baghel said that it is like a collapse of a stone of the Indian democratic foundation. "The news of the death of Mulayam Singh Yadav 'Netaji', the socialist leader and son of the soil of Uttar Pradesh, is like the collapse of a stone of Indian democratic foundation. As the former Chief Minister of UP, and Union Minister, he served the public. He stood against communalism throughout his life. Peace," he tweeted. 

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tweeted, "I got the sad news of the demise of former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and socialist leader Mulayam Singh Yadav. May God give the departed soul a place at his feet and give strength to all his fans and family members to bear this immense grief. Om Shanti."

Working president of TRS, KTR also mourned the demise of the Samajwadi Party patriarch. KTR tweeted, "My wholehearted condolences to Akhilesh Yadav and the entire family of Mulayam Singh Yadav. Rest in peace 'Netaji'. This is truly the end of an era in Indian politics and my prayers for strength to all Samajwadi Party leaders and loyalists."

Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Keshav Prasad Maurya said, "The death of the founder of SP party and senior politician and former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Mulayam Singh Yadav is very sad. His death is an irreparable loss to the political world. May God rest the departed soul and give strength to the family and supporters to bear this immense loss."

Meanwhile, the vice president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, Omar Abdullah said, "I join my father and all my colleagues in conveying our heartfelt condolences to Akhilesh Yadav & his entire family. 'Netaji' was a towering personality & his contribution to UP & the rest of the country will not be forgotten. May his soul rest in peace."

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said, "My heart is saddened by the news of the demise of Samajwadi Party founder and former Chief Minister of UP Mulayam Singh Yadav. During his long political career, Netaji served the country and society while holding various constitutional posts. May God grant peace to the virtuous soul and strength to the bereaved family. Peace."

BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said, "Saddened by the passing away of SP patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav. My prayers are for the departed soul & for his family, friends & supporters."

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said, "The news of the demise of former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and senior leader of Samajwadi Party Mulayam Singh Yadav is sad. My heartfelt tribute to him. May God rest the departed soul and give strength to the family members. Peace."

General secretary of Indian National Congress Priyanka Vadra said, "Received the sad news of the demise of Mulayam Singh Yadav. His incomparable contribution to Indian politics as a former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Defense Minister of the Government of India, and a strong advocate of social justice will always be remembered. My deepest condolences to Akhilesh Yadav and the supporters of Mulayam Singh Yadav."

Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot mourned the demise of the former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. Taking to Twitter, Gehlot said, "My heartfelt condolences on the demise of founder-patron of Samajwadi Party, former Central Minister & former CM of UP Mulayam Singh Yadav.  As a veteran politician, his contribution was immense. May his family find the strength to bear this loss. May the departed soul rest in peace."

Taking to Twitter, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh mourned Mulayam Singh's demise. "Mulayam Singh Yadav was a grassroots leader who played a prominent role in the politics of Uttar Pradesh for many decades. In his long public life, he worked in many positions and contributed to the development of the country, society, and the state. His death is very painful," he tweeted. 

"Despite being hostile in politics, Mulayam Singh had the best relations. Whenever we met him, he would talk about many subjects with a very open mind. Interactions with him on many occasions will always be fresh in my memory. My condolences to his family and supporters in this hour of grief," Rajnath Singh tweeted.

AAP Minister Manish Sisodia said, "The death of the former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Mulayam Singh Yadav who fought for the rights of backward classes in the political world is very sad. My condolences to his well-wishers, loved ones, and supporters. May Lord Ram rest his soul at his feet and grant him peace."