A doyen of our public life: President Ram Nath Kovind

Extremely sad to learn of the passing of Thiru M. Karunanidhi. A doyen of our public life, as a contributor to the… https://t.co/fr44kaU8aK — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) 1533648278000

The country has lost a deep-rooted mass leader: PM Narendra Modi

Deeply saddened by the passing away of Kalaignar Karunanidhi. He was one of the senior most leaders of India. We… https://t.co/I5XpkUeCxH — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 1533648017000

Country has lost a versatile genius: Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

Kalaignar strode the stage of Tamil politics, like a colossus: Congress president Rahul Gandhi

No one can forget Karunanidhi's struggle against Emergency: BJP president Amit Shah

His passing away marks an end of an era: Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan

Pained to learn about the sad demise of Dr. M. Karunanidhi. His passing away is an irreparable loss to country and… https://t.co/vcYhWGByiV — Sumitra Mahajan (@S_MahajanLS) 1533651299000

A seasoned leader who dedicated himself in service to the poor and needy: Union home minister Rajnath Singh

An exceptional politician and mass leader: Union minister Arun Jaitley

A leader loved by millions both in and outside Tamil Nadu: Union minister Suresh Prabhu

Deepest condolences to the family and supporters of Shri M. Karunanidhi ji as his earthly sojourn comes to a close.… https://t.co/MHO82Rn3vU — Suresh Prabhu (@sureshpprabhu) 1533649983000

A black day in my life: Rajinikanth

Today, India lost one of its greatest sons: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

A great loss to the nation:

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

A nation has lost a veteran politician: Punjab CM Captain Amarinder Singh

Saddened by the news of death of Shri Karunanidhi. In his death not just Tamil Nadu and his DMk party but the natio… https://t.co/AAX75aHvEA — Capt.Amarinder Singh (@capt_amarinder) 1533648857000

Not only a major loss to Tamil Nadu but for the entire country: PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti

His passing away is not only a major loss to Tamil Nadu but for the entire country. He was an outstanding leader wh… https://t.co/eLyo3LUWI4 — Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) 1533647923000

A legend in his lifetime: National Conference leader Omar Abdullah

A legend in his lifetime, counted amongst the giants of the political landscape of India #Kalaignar #Karunanidhi ji… https://t.co/7MJAAlI5aw — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) 1533648809000

He had shown the path to regional parties: JD(S) president HD Deve Gowda

India has lost a political stalwart: Telangana CM KC Rao

One of the greats of Indian politics: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan

Congress party has lost an important friend: Congress spokesperson Randeep S Surjewala

NEW DELHI: President Ram Nath Kovind , Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other political leaders expressed their condolences following the death of DMK leader M Karunanidhi in Chennai on Tuesday."Firmly committed to democratic ideals, his strong opposition to the Emergency will always be remembered.""In his death our country has lost a versatile genius who was an outstanding artist, an eminent writer and a true leader who always stood for the cause of poor and downtrodden classes of the society."Loved by the Tamilian people, Kalaignar strode the stage of Tamil politics, like a colossus, for over six decades. In his passing, India has lost a great son. My condolences to his family as also to the millions of Indians who grieve for their beloved leader tonight."Anguished to learn about the demise of veteran politician, M Karunanidhi ji. He had an impressive life journey, starting as a screen writer in Tamil film industry to being five-term chief minister of Tamil Nadu. No one can forget his struggle during Emergency, imposed in 1975. I express my deepest condolences and pray to the Almighty to give strength to Karunanidhi ji's family and followers in this hour of grief to bear the profound loss. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti."Kalaignar Karunanidhi was a seasoned leader who dedicated himself in service to the poor and needy. He was a powerful voice of the marginalised section of our society. India mourns his demise.Extremely pained by the sad demise of an exceptional politician & mass leader Kalaignar Karunanidhi ji. He was a great human being. His contributions to Tamil Nadu and national politics will always be remembered. My condolences to his family members and the party."Today is a black day in my life, one which I can never forget as I lost my #Kalaignar. I pray for his soul.""Today India lost one of its greatest sons. And Tamil Nadu lost its father figure. Farewell @kalaignar89. My deepest condolences to the people of Tamil Nadu, DMK, MK Stalin, Kanimozhi and family. India mourns your loss.""Feel very sad to hear about the demise of this great leader. May his soul rest in peace. Its a great loss to the nation.""He had shown the path to regional parties, its a tragic moment for his workers and those who loved him. He was a mature leader and a statesman. Pray to almighty that his soul rests in peace.""In his death, India has lost a political stalwart and it will be difficult to fill the void caused by his sad demise."Kalaignar was one of the greats of Indian politics, but his contributions were not limited to politics. He was a man of letters who enriched the Tamil language with poems, novels, screenplays and plays. His legacy will live on."Country has lost a great leader. Our condolences to the entire DMK family. Congress party has lost an important friend. A loss that will be difficult to recoup."