Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his last tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee who passed away on the evening of Thursday, 16 August in New Delhi's AIIMS.
As the country mourned the loss of one of its charismatic prime ministers, well-wishers thronged Vajpayee's residence where his mortal remains have been kept, wrapped in tricolour.
Tomorrow, 17 August, his body will be brought to the BJP headquarters at 9 AM, following which he will be accorded state funeral at Smriti Sthal.
- Seven days of state mourning and state funeral to be accorded to the nonagenarian
- Several state governments declare public holiday on 17 August
- Vajpayee suffered pneumonia, multi-organ failure; was put on ECMO: AIIMS Doctors
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Admitted to AIIMS
Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who has been ailing for long, was, on 11 June, admitted to AIIMS for a routine check-up, the BJP said in a statement in New Delhi.
The hospital, in a statement, said that Vajpayee's condition is stable and a team of doctors under the supervision of Dr Randeep Guleria is conducting a number of routine tests. Dr Guleria serves as the director of AIIMS.
The BJP leader ruled India as prime minister for thirteen days in 1996, following which he again took the office for 13 months from 1998-99, before finally pulling a complete five-year stint as PM from 1999-2004.
As his health deteriorated, he slowly withdrew from public life and has been confined to his residence for the last few years.
Rahul Gandhi Visits Vajpayee
Shortly after Vajpayee was hospitalised, Congress President Rahul Gandhi visited the former prime minister at AIIMS, on the evening of 11 June.
Congress President @RahulGandhi ji reaches AIIMS to meet former PM #AtalBihariVajpayee ji pic.twitter.com/OU3L54d3aM
Modi, Shah Rush to AIIMS
In what seemed like a hurried after-thought, BJP bigwig PM Narendra Modi and Amit Shah rushed to the hospital to pay a visit to the party senior.
During his 50-minute long stay at the hospital, PM Modi enquired about the well-being of Vajpayee and met his family members, official sources said.
If #VajpayeeJi is in AIIMS for ROUTINE check-up then why all stalwarts of #BJP are going to meet him. Why didn't we saw them in previous routine check-ups. Is this @RahulGandhi 's visit which forced them to visit their senior most leader. pic.twitter.com/iMyqMCuVdo
Union Health Minister JP Nadda and former Union Minister MM Joshi were among other BJP leaders who visited Vajpayee at the hospital.
LK Advani Reaches AIIMS
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and senior BJP leader LK Advani reached AIIMS to visit former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Vajpayee Undergoing Dialysis: AIIMS
While earlier reports said that Vajpayee was admitted for a routine check-up and that his condition is stable, hospital sources confirmed to PTI that the former prime minister was admitted following complaints of lower respiratory tract infection and kidney issues and is undergoing dialysis.
"He was admitted with complaints of lower respiratory tract infection and kidney issues. He is in the ICU and undergoing dialysis," a source at the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) said.
A team of doctors under the supervision of AIIMS Director Randeep Guleria are conducting tests on the 93-year-old leader, a statement from the hospital said.
I Pray for Vajpayee's Speedy Recovery: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and BJP leader Shivraj Singh Chouhan conveyed his wishes for Vajpayee's speedy recovery at a press conference in Bhopal. He said, "I pray to God for the speedy recovery of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who has always inspired us to fight against hardship. The whole country is waiting for you to return healthy from AIIMS."
जीवन में हर चुनौती से टकराने का हौसला देकर मार्गदर्शन करने वाले हम सभी के आदरणीय श्री अटल बिहारी वाजपेयी जी के उत्तम स्वास्थ्य के लिए ईश्वर से प्रार्थना करता हूँ। पूरा राष्ट्र आपके स्वस्थ होकर एम्स से लौटने की प्रतीक्षा कर रहा है।#AtalBihariVajpayee pic.twitter.com/fG4AjoK3Pf
He is Fine, Nothing to Worry: Harsh Vardhan
Union Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan after visiting former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee at AIIMS said, “He is fine, there is nothing to worry.”
I Have Complete Hope That He Will Be Able to Go Home Tomorrow: Vijay Goel
Union Minister VIjay Goel said that he hopes Vajpayee recovers soon and is discharged by 12 June. He told reporters, “His medical bulletin has been released, he had a urine infection and is being treated for that. I have complete hope that he will be able to go home tomorrow.”
Vajpayee Being Treated for Urinary Tract Infection: AIIMS
A statement by AIIMS, New Delhi said, “Former PM Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee was admitted today at AIIMS, New Delhi for investigation and evaluation. He has been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection for which appropriate treatment has been closely monitored and treated by a team of doctors.”
BJP Workers Perform 'Havan' for Vajpayee's Recovery
BJP workers in Kanpur conducted a havan to pray for the speedy recovery for former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
MDMK Founder Vaiko Visits Vajpayee at AIIMS
Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK) founder and general secretary Vaiko arrived at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) to meet former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Congress Prays for Vajpayee's Recovery
The official Twitter handle of Congress put out a tweet to wish Atal Bihari Vajpayee a speedy recovery. The All India Mahila Congress also took to Twitter and said that it prays for Vajpayee.
Congress president Rahul Gandhi had visited the ailing former PM at AIIMS on Monday, 11 June.
We wish Atalji a speedy recovery. pic.twitter.com/1NhLXZePsM
Mahila Congress prays for speedy recovery of Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji. pic.twitter.com/ttpW8G3NOB
Oppn, BJP Leaders Alike Wish for Vajpayee's Speedy Recovery
Union Minsiter Arun Jaitley took to Twitter to wish for Vajpayee's speedy recovery.
We pray for speedy recovery of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji, he has been a guiding light for the whole country.
Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called him a “gentle and fine” person.
Prayers for a speedy and complete recovery of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. A gentle and a fine person that he is, he continues to motivate us through his timeless speeches and poems.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis took to Twitter to express concern over the health of the former PM.
Concerned about the health of Shraddheya Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji. We pray for his speedy recovery!
आमचे मार्गदर्शक श्रद्धेय श्री अटलबिहारी वाजपेयीजी यांच्या प्रकृतीत लवकरात लवकर सुधारणा होवो, यासाठी आम्ही सारे प्रार्थना करीत आहोत.Union Ministers Pon Radhakrishnan and Harsimrat Kaur Badal also took to Twitter to wish him a speedy recovery.
Sad to hear about former Prime Minister Shri #AtalBihariVajpayee ji being admitted to AIIMS. I pray for his speedy recovery and good health.
Deeply concerned about the health of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji. My prayers with the Almighty for his speedy recovery. @BJP4India
Senior BJP leaders and Lok Sabha MP Shatrughan Sinha called him the “true hero of independent India.”
The whole country's prayers are with the true hero of independent India, our very beloved ex-PM, Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji..
DMK Leader MK Stalin, on behalf of M Karunanidhi and the party wished for Vajpayee's speedy recovery.
I was saddened to hear about former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji being admitted to AIIMS. On behalf of DMK President Thalaivar Kalaignar and DMK party, I wish Vajpayeeji a speedy and full recovery back to normal health.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu, while speaking to the media, said that he spoke to officers in Delhi to enquire about Vajpayee's health.
“I spoke to the officers in Delhi on the health of Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Praying to God for his speedy recovery and his return to home with good health,” said Naidu.
Vajpayee Stable, Responding to Treatment: AIIMS
A health bulletin released by AIIMS over Vajpayee's health stated that the former PM is stable and is responding to treatment. It further stated that he will be hospitalised till the infection is controlled.
Lata Mangeshkar Wishes Vajpayee a Speedy Recovery
Mere pita samaan shraddheya Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji ki tabiyat mein jald sudhaar ho ye meri Ishwar se prarthana.
Former PM Manmohan Singh Reaches AIIMS
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh reached AIIMS to pay a visit to his ailing predecessor Vajpayee at 6pm on Tuesday.
AIIMS Rules Out Discharging Vajpayee
The AIIMS ruled out discharging Atal Bihari Vajpayee for now, stating that he is likely to remain in AIIMS for few more days, reported News18.
Vajpayee Showing Significant Improvement: AIIMS
Live | Doctors at AIIMS address the media on Atal Bihari Vajpayee's health
The AIIMS held a press conference on Wednesday, 13 June and announced that former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee is responding positively to the treatment and were hopeful that he will make full recovery over the next few days.
Yogi Adityanath Arrives at AIIMS
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid a visit to Atal Bihari Vajpayee at AIIMS, Delhi in Wednesday, minutes after the hospital announced that the former PM is recovering well.
Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah Visit Vajpayee at AIIMS
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh BJP chief Amit Shah visited former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in New Delhi's All India Institute for Medical Sciences (AIIMS) hospital, reported ANI.
PM Modi Arrives at AIIMS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at AIIMS hospital to visit former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, reported ANI.
Piyush Goyal Visits Vajpayee at AIIMS
Union Minister Piyush Goyal reaches All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) to meet former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Condition Has Worsened Over Last 24 Hours: AIIMS
Union Ministers Visit Atal Bihari Vajpayee at AIIMS
Union Ministers Jitendra Singh, Suresh Prabhu, Ashwini Kumar Choubey, and Harsh Vardhan visited former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee at AIIMS Hospital.
Omar Abdullah, Shashi Tharoor, Others Tweet Concern for Vajpayee
Former J&K CM Omar Abdullah as well as Tamil Nadu BJP leader Tamilisai Soundararajan tweeted their thoughts to the ailing leader, whose condition has reportedly deteriorated.
We are all praying for Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji's health. This too shall pass. Wishing him a speedy recovery. #AtalBihariVaajpayee @PMOIndia
Praying for Vajpayee Sahib & his family tonight. pic.twitter.com/dAxLpEkxTp
Concerned to hear about former Prime Minister Vajpayee's health. @narendramodi 's hospital visit is worrying. Seems serious. Let us pray for the great man's recovery.
Worried to see the medical bulletin from AIIMS stating the health condition of our former PM &our beloved leader Shri Vajpayee Ji .we pray for his recovery முன்னாள் பிரதமர் வாஜ்பாய் அவர்களின் உடல்நிலை குறித்த மருத்துவ அறிக்கை கவலை அளிக்கிறது.அவர் பூரண குணமடைய இறைவனை வேண்டுவோம்
Next Medical Bulletin on Vajpayee in the Morning: AIIMS
AIIMS New Delhi said that the next medical bulletin on Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's health would be released early 16th August, CNN News18 reported.
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu Visits AIIMS
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu visited All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) where former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is admitted.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Prays for Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Speedy Recovery
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal took to Twitter to pray for former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's health.
Sad to hear about Atalji's health. I pray to God for his fast recovery.
Kejriwal is also expected to visit All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) where former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is admitted, reported ANI.
BJP Chief Amit Shah Visits Atal Bihari Vajpayee at AIIMS
BJP President Amit Shah arrives at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) where former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is admitted.
Rajnath Singh Expected to Visit AIIMS at 10:30
Home Minister Rajnath Singh is expected to visit former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in AIIMS.
Mamata Banerjee to Visit Vajpayee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to travel to Delhi on Thursday, 16 August, reported ANI.
She will visit AIIMS where former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is admitted.
Rahul Gandhi to Visit AIIMS
Congress President Rahul Gandhi to visit AIIMS where former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is admitted.
Students Pray for Vajpayee
Students of Gwalior's Government Ayurvedic College pray for health of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee who is admitted at AIIMS and is in critical condition, reported ANI.
Vajpayee's Condition Remains Critical: Sources
The condition of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee remains critical and he continues to be on advanced life-support system, PTI reported quoting sources.
Home Minister Rajnath Singh Visits Vajpayee in Hospital
Home Minister Rajnath Singh has arrived at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences to visit former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
I Hope We See Him Give a Speech Again: Vajpayee's Niece
Speaking to ANI, former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's niece Kanti Mishra said, “I have been praying to god that I am able to see him give a speech once again. Our family can never ever erase that image of his from our minds. I hope he gets well soon.”
Senior Leaders Visit Vajpayee at AIIMS
Union Minister Prakash Javadekar, senior BJP leader LK Advani and his daughter Pratibha Advani have reached AIIMS hospital to meet Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Heavy Traffic Outside AIIMS: Delhi Traffic Police
Traffic Alert
Obstruction in traffic from AIIMS towards Aurobindo Marg due to heavy volume of traffic. Kindly avoid the stretch.News of his Health Saddens Me: UP Deputy CM
UP Deputy Chief Minister, Dinesh Sharma broke down while speaking about former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Speaking to ANI, he said, “The news of his ill health has saddened me. He has always been an inspiration and a guide to me.”
Bihar Deputy CM Sushil Modi Expected to Visit Delhi
Bihar Deputy CM Sushil Modi is expected to visit Delhi to meet Atal Bihari Vajpayee, CNNNews18 reported.
We all pray for earlier recovery of Statesmen Shri Atal
Bihari Vajpayee.Prime Minister Narendra Modi Likely to Visit Atal Bihari Vajpayee Again
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit former Prime Minister Visit Atal Bihari Vajpayee again on Thursday, 16 August, say media reports.
He had earlier visited Vajpayee at Delhi's AIIMS on Tuesday, 15 August.
Sushma Swaraj Reaches AIIMS
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh arrive at All India Institute of Medical Sciences where former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is admitted.
Vajpayee's Condition Remains Critical: AIIMS
Saddened to Hear About Vajpayee's Health: N Chandrababu Naidu
“Saddened to hear about the critical health condition of Atal Bihari Vajpayeeji Praying for his speedy recovery,” tweeted Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, N Chandrababu Naidu.
Saddened to hear about the critical health condition of Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji. Praying for his speedy recovery.
He Is Our Idol, No One Like Him: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is leaving for Delhi to meet ailing former prime minister.
Speaking to ANI, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, said, “He is our idol. His presence inspired and encouraged us. We pray for his health. No one can ever be like Atal Ji, and campaigning for him was an honour for me.”
Delhi Chief Minister Not to Celebrate His Birthday
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has urged his supporters to not celebrate his birthday owing to Atal Bihari Vajpayee critical health condition and the floods in Kerala, say media reports.
Vajpayee's Lungs, Kidneys Are Weak: Sources
Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's lungs and kidneys are said to be in a bad condition, PTI reported quoting sources.
Nation Prays for Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Prayers underway for Atal Bihari Vajpayee in ND Convent Public School in Lucknow.
Delhi CM Reaches AIIMS
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has reached AIIMS along with Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia to meet Atal Bihari Vajpayee after his health deteriorated on Wednesday, 15 August.
We Are Praying for His Recovery: Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Niece
BJP Cancels Party Meet Owing to Vajpayee's Critical Health Condition
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has suspended all its programmes including the national executive meet, scheduled for 18-19 August, owing to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's critical health condition, reported CNN News18.
Rajasthan CM Suspends Pre-Poll Campaign
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has cancelled her pre-poll campaign in the state and has left for Delhi to meet former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
He Is a Leader Who Advocated for World Peace: Farooq Abdullah
Speaking to ANI, National Conference Chief, Farooq Abdullah said, “We all should pray for his recovery. We should not forget that he is a leader who wanted to make the country strong. He wanted peace not only in our country but the whole world.”
MK Stalin Wishes Former PM Speedy Recovery
DMK Working President, MK Stalin took to Twitter to express his concern about former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's health.
Extremely concerned to hear about the health condition of former Prime Minister #AtalBihariVaajpayee. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the senior leader; and we join them in wishing him a speedy recovery.
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik to Arrive in Delhi
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik will be flying to Delhi to meet the ailing former prime minister. He served as a member of Atal Bihari Vajpayee's cabinet for two years.
Addressing the media, Patnaik said, “To hear about his health is distressing. He is a great leader and to work under him was a very good experience. I will be flying to Delhi today.”
NCP Cancels Press Conference Due to Vajpayee's Health
The press conference that was supposed to be held today at Rashtravadi Bhavan has been cancelled due to critical health condition of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji; We wish him a speedy recovery. - @nawabmalikncp
Vasundhara Raje Reaches AIIMS
Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has reached AIIMS to meet ailing former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Prime Minister Modi's Second Visit to AIIMS in 24 Hours
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at AIIMS to meet former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He had earlier visited Vajpayee at Delhi's AIIMS on Tuesday, 15 August.
I Have Cancelled My Work to Visit Atal Bihari Vajpayee: Mamata Banerjee
Speaking to the media, West Bengal, Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee said, “I have cancelled my work to visit Atal Bihari Vajpayee. I got chance to work with him. He is a statesman like figure. We supported him when his govt was falling. His pattern of work was different and not like present politics.”
Union Ministers Outside Vajpayee's Residence
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Jitendra Singh & BJP Leader Bhupender Yadav stand outside the residence of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Vajpayee Was Like a Father Figure to His Ministers: Murli Manohar Joshi
Speaking to CNN-News18, senior BJP Leader Murli Manohar Joshi said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee was like a father figure for the ministers of his cabinet.
“He never thought there was any difference between him and his ministers. He gave his ministers full freedom and he was always there to solve any problems,” Joshi added.
Prime Minister Modi Leaves From AIIMS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left from AIIMS after visiting the former prime minister.
Rahul Gandhi Reaches AIIMS
Congress President Rahul Gandhi arrives at AIIMS to visit the former prime minister who is critical and on life support.
Amit Shah Leaves from AIIMS
BJP chief Amit Shah has left from AIIMS after visiting the former prime minister.
Social Activist Kailash Satyarthi Visits AIIMS
Social activist and Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi also arrived at AIIMS to pay a visit to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee who is on life support.
Entire Country Loves Vajpayee: Ashok Tandon
The then advisor to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Ashok Tandon told ANI, “People in India and outside are praying for him. Entire country loves him. Present generation of politicians draws inspiration from him. The manner in which he maintained dignity in the Parliament is exemplary.”
Bihar CM and Deputy CM Arrive at AIIMS
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar, deputy chief minister Sushil Modi and Bihar minister Nand Kishore Yadav arrive at AIIMS to visit Vajpayee.
Next Medical Bulletin to be Released by AIIMS Shortly
The next medical bulletin about the health condition of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee will be released by AIIMS shortly.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee No More: AIIMS Medical Bulletin
The medical bulletin released by AIIMS at 5.30 pm announced the sad demise of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Modi, Kovind Mourn Vajpayee's Demise
Top leaders, from the prime minister to the President, tweeted grieving for Vajpayee.
India grieves the demise of our beloved Atal Ji.
His passing away marks the end of an era. He lived for the nation and served it assiduously for decades. My thoughts are with his family, BJP Karyakartas and millions of admirers in this hour of sadness. Om Shanti.Extremely sad to hear of the passing of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, our former Prime Minister and a true Indian statesman. His leadership, foresight, maturity and eloquence put him in a league of his own. Atalji, the Gentle Giant, will be missed by one and all #PresidentKovind
Deeply saddened at the passing away of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. A reasoned critique in opposition and a seeker of consensus as PM, Atal Ji was a democrat to the core. In his passing away, India has lost a great son and an era has come to an end. My deepest condolences.
Today India lost a great son. Former PM, Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji, was loved and respected by millions. My condolences to his family & all his admirers. We will miss him. #AtalBihariVajpayee
Cabinet Meeting Called to Pay Tribute to Vajpayee
An emergency cabinet meeting has been called at 6:30 pm to decide the modalities of mourning for former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
Former PM Vajpayee Likely to be Laid to Rest at Vijay Ghat
Urban Development ministry has allotted approximately 1.5 acres of land at Vijay Ghat where the former prime minister is likely to be laid to rest. The land has already been inspected by the MCD commissioner, reported News18.
BJP Cancels National Executive Meeting Scheduled on 18-19 August
National Executive meeting of the BJP which was scheduled to be held on 18-19 August has been cancelled.
Delhi, UP Declare Holiday in Honour of Vajpayee
The governments of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh have announced holiday on 17 August in honour of former prime minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee.
All school, colleges and offices will remain closed, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath has said.
All Delhi govt offices, schools and other institutions shall remain closed tomorrow, as mark of respect for our dear departed Sh Atal ji. https://t.co/ATsvEOIDxq
US Embassy in India Condoles Vajpayee's Death
Condoling the former prime minister's death, US Embassy in New Delhi issued a statement saying, “The United States grieves with India on the loss of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He will be remembered for his immense contribution in bolstering US-India relations. During his tenure, Prime Minister Vajpayee advocated for a robust partnership with the United States, referring to us as “natural allies.” The US Mission in India extends our deepest condolences to the family of former Prime Minister Vajpayee and the citizens of India.”
The US grieves with India on the loss of former Prime Minister #AtalBehariVajpayee. He will be remembered for his immense contribution to bolstering #USIndia relations & for recognizing us as “natural allies.” We extend our deepest condolences to the people of India. pic.twitter.com/tWQOWNV8yd
Vajpayee Leaves Behind a Rich Legacy: Maldives Embassy in India
Maldives Embassy in India mourned the demise of former prime minister Vajpayee and said he left behind a “rich legacy”.
"Saddened by the demise of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He leaves behind a rich legacy. May his soul rest in peace." - Ambassador @ahmedMDV @MDVForeign
Bihar Govt Declares Public Holiday on 17 August
After Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, Bihar government also declared a public holiday on Friday, 17 August.
Vajpayee Suffered Pneumonia, Multi-organ Failure; Was Put on ECMO: AIIMS Doctors
Doctors at New Delhi's AIIMS said former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee suffered pneumonia and multi-organ failure.
The 93-year-old veteran politician, who died at 05:05 PM, was also put on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support on his last day, they said.
ECMO is a technique of providing prolonged cardiac and respiratory support to persons whose heart and lungs are unable to provide an adequate amount of gas exchange or perfusion to sustain life.
The ECMO circuit acts as an artificial heart and lung for patients during therapy.
Punjab and Jharkhand Govts Declare Public Holidays
Punjab and Jharkhand government also declared public holiday to honour former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee. While the former govt has declared three-day state mourning, the latter announced seven-day mourning in memory of the former prime minister.
Vajpayee's Mortal Remains Being Taken to His Home from AIIMS
Convoy with the mortal remains of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee has left from AIIMS for his residence.
Vajpayee's Mortal Remains Brought to His Home
The mortal remains of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee have been brough to his residence in New Delhi's Krishna Menon Marg.
Vajpayee to be Given State Funeral at Smriti Sthal
Vajpayee's funeral will be held at Smriti Sthal on 17 August. Half day holiday declared for all Central government offices and CPSUs across the country.
We Lost the Pole Star of the Indian Sky: Amit Shah
Addressing a press conference outside the former prime minister's residence, BJP chief Amit Shah said, “With his demise, we lost the pole star of the Indian sky. He was multifaceted. The nation lost a tall leader, BJP lost its first National President, crores of youth lost their inspiration. It is impossible to fill that void.”
Shah also announced the itinerary that will be followed for Vajpayee's funeral on 17 August. He said, “At 9 am tomorrow his mortal remains will be taken to BJP headquarters and at 1 pm his last journey will begin. Funeral will be held at 4 pm at Smriti Sthal.”
Vajpayee's Death is an End of an Era: PM Modi
Paying his last tribute to Vajpayee, PM Narendra Modi said, “His demise has marked the end of an era. In Atal ji's passing away, it is as if I have lost my father. It's a void which can never be filled.”
Vajpayee Was One of The Tallest Leaders of India: Odisha CM
Odisha chief minister along with his West Bengal counterpart Mamata Banerjee has reached the residence of Vajpayee to pay their last tributes. Addressing a press conference, Patnaik said, “We are all deeply grieved by the sad demise of Vajpayee ji. He was one of the tallest leaders of India. He was loved by the entire nation. May his soul rest in peace.”
Vajpayee Instrumental in Bringing Change in Indo-Pak Relations: Pakistan Govt
Extending “heartfelt condolences to his family and to Govt and people of India”, Pakistan government said, “He was a renowned statesman who contributed to bringing a change in Indo-Pak relations and remained key supporter of SAARC and regional cooperation for development. Pakistan Govt and people extend their heartfelt condolences to his family and to Govt and people of India.”
Rajnath Singh, Sushma Swaraj Pay Their Last Tributes
Home Minister Rajnath Singh and EAM Sushma Swaraj also paid their tributes to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee at the his residence in Delhi.
Vajpayee Was a Man With a Very large Heart and a Real Spirit of Magnanimity: Sonia Gandhi
United Progress Alliance (UPA) chairperson Sonia Gandhi expressed grief at the demise of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and accredited him for being “a patriot to the core for whom the national interest was paramount.”
UPA Chairperson Smt Sonia Gandhi shares her condolences on the passing of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. pic.twitter.com/6QnONFeaCW
Atal Ji Was My Closest Friend for Over 65 Years: LK Advani
Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, during his time at the helm of the party, was inseparable from his friend Atal Bihari Vajpayee for 65 years. In an emotional statement after the passing of Vajpayee, Advani wrote, “I am at a loss of words to express my deep grief and sadness today as we all mourn the passing away of one of India's tallest statesmen, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. To me, Atalji was more than a senior colleague- in fact he was my closest friend for over 65 years.”
Rahul Gandhi's Meeting With University Professors Across India Postponed
Congress President Rahul Gandhi's interaction with University professors across the nation, scheduled for 18 August in Delhi, has been postponed after the demise of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, reported ANI.
Top Political Leaders Pay Their Last Tributes to Vajpayee at His Residence
From President Ram Nath Kovind to Sonia Gandhi to Pranab Mukherjee to Murli Manohar Joshi, top political leaders, cutting across party lines, gathered at former prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's residence in Delhi to pay their last tributes.
Vajpayee Took Responsibility of Improving India-Pak Ties: Imran Khan
Pakistan prime minister-designate Imran Khan condoled Vajpayee's demise and said, “Atal Bihari Vajpayee was a tall political personality of the subcontinent. His attempts for the betterment of India-Pak relationship will always be remembered. Mr Vajpayee,as a foreign minister, took responsibility of improving India-Pak ties.”
Lights of CMST in Mumbai to Remain Off on 16 August
Lights of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus railway station (CMST) in Mumbai willremain off on 16 August as a mark of respect to the departed soul of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
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