Condolence pour in as eminent lawyer Ram Jethmalani passes away
Eminent lawyer and prominent leader Ram Jethmalani passed away on Sunday after suffering from prolonged illness at the age of 95. His health deteriorated over the last two weeks.
One of the highest-paid lawyers in the Supreme Court, Jethmalani had served as Union Law Minister. He was also the chairman of the Bar Council of India.
Several leaders from across India are extending their condolences on his demise.
In a series of tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned Ram Jethmalani's demise. He posted, "In the passing away of Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji, India has lost an exceptional lawyer and iconic public figure who made rich contributions both in the Court and Parliament. He was witty, courageous and never shied away from boldly expressing himself on any subject."
In another tweet, he said, "One of the best aspects of Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji was the ability to speak his mind. And, he did so without any fear. During the dark days of the Emergency, his fortitude and fight for public liberties will be remembered. Helping the needy was an integral part of his persona."
Union minister Amit Shah, who visited him after his demise, posted a picture on Twitter and wrote, "Paid last respects to Shri Ram Jethmalani ji at his residence in New Delhi."
"Ram Jethmalani Ji's passing away is an irreparable loss to the entire legal community. He will always be remembered for his vast knowledge of legal affairs. My condolences to the bereaved family. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti." read his another tweet.
Senior advocate and BJP's national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia wrote, "Deeply saddened by the demise of Shri #RamJethmalani ji who was a legal giant & an institution unto himself. His passing away is a great loss for the country & the entire legal fraternity. I remember he used to always joke and say I am waiting in the departure lounge of life"
Punjab CM and Congress leader Captain Amrinder Singh posted, "Deeply pained to learn about the passing away of India’s veteran lawyer & former Union Minister #RamJethmalani ji. With his passing away, India has lost its finest & most profound lawyer. RIP"
BJP MP from Ladakh Jamyang Tsering Namgyal wrote, "A legal luminary and an eminent politician, he's taught generations of lawyers how to argue in court through his infectious energy in court. You will always be remembered for your honesty,ethics and knowledge sir."
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