As senior BJP leader and former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj’s untimely death sparked a wave of shock and grief in the State, Governor Prof Ganeshi Lal condoled her demise and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family members and constituents.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also expressed grief in his tweet, “Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of Sushma Swaraj ji. She was a warm, respected and learned leader. She was known to take personal interest even in the smallest of people’s problem. Her departure has left a void in Indian politics. My heartfelt condolences to her family.”