Sushma Swaraj was cremated with state honours today (PTI)

Sushma Swaraj has been cremated with state honours. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh attended Sushma Swaraj's funeral at Delhi's Lodhi Crematorium. Her body was kept at the BJP headquarters in Delhi from 12 pm - 3 pm for people to pay respects today after which it was taken to the crematorium.

Sushma Swaraj was one of the most respected leaders of the ruling BJP and will perhaps be best remembered for her tenure as External Affairs Minister till earlier this year. She died at Delhi's AIIMS hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. She was 67.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned emotional this morning as he paid homage to Ms Swaraj, easily one of India's most-admired political leaders. Describing her death as a "personal loss", Prime Minister Narendra Modi said a "glorious chapter in Indian politics has come to an end".

Here are the highlights:

Aug 07, 2019 20:47 (IST) "Her responsiveness and compassion won her the respect of people around the world": Rahul Gandhi writes to Sushma Swaraj's husband Swaraj Kaushal



Rahul Gandhi wrote a letter to Sushma Swaraj's husband Swaraj Kaushal after her death, remembering her contributions to Indian polity. Shri @RahulGandhi expresses his condolences to Shri Kaushal ji on the passing of Smt Sushma Swaraj. pic.twitter.com/DXtt6zJGjC - Congress (@INCIndia) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 20:45 (IST) US State Secretary remembers Sushma Swaraj in a tweet



"Saddened to hear of the passing of my friend and former #India External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. She was a strong partner who shared our view that a more democratic world is a more peaceful one. Our thoughts are with her family and the people of India," tweeted US State Secretary Mike Pompeo. Saddened to hear of the passing of my friend and former #India External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. She was a strong partner who shared our view that a more democratic world is a more peaceful one. Our thoughts are with her family and the people of India. pic.twitter.com/rDqeKc2yth - Secretary Pompeo (@SecPompeo) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 19:52 (IST) Read Here: Sushma Swaraj Death: Sushma Swaraj Told Shatrughan Sinha She Won't Quit BJP Even If...

Actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha Wednesday said he was deeply saddened by the sudden death of "dear family friend" Sushma Swaraj with whom he had a long association.

Actor-politician Shatrughan Sinha Wednesday said he was deeply saddened by the sudden death of "dear family friend" Sushma Swaraj with whom he had a long association.

Aug 07, 2019 19:26 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Death: PM Ranil Wickremesinghe Remembers Sushma Swaraj, Says "Sri Lanka's True Friend"

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday expressed sorrow at the death of former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj, saying that her efforts to achieve regional policy objectives made a lasting impression among the Lankan public.

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday expressed sorrow at the death of former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj, saying that her efforts to achieve regional policy objectives made a lasting impression among the Lankan public.

Aug 07, 2019 18:57 (IST) Read Here: Sushma Swaraj, Manmohan Singh's Poetic 'War' Of Words Remembered

A war of words between the then ruling Congress and opposition BJP often impaired proceedings of 15th Lok Sabha during 2009-14 but poetic encounters involving the then prime minister Manmohan Singh and Sushma Swaraj enlivened the House and remain memorable for their humour and wit.

A war of words between the then ruling Congress and opposition BJP often impaired proceedings of 15th Lok Sabha during 2009-14 but poetic encounters involving the then prime minister Manmohan Singh and Sushma Swaraj enlivened the House and remain memorable for their humour and wit.

Aug 07, 2019 18:25 (IST) Read Here: Geeta, Who Sushma Swaraj Brought Back From Pakistan, Pays Tribute In Sign Language

A tearful Geeta, who has speech and hearing impairment, through sign language, said Ms Swaraj used to be concerned about her well-being "like a mother". A tearful Geeta, who has speech and hearing impairment, through sign language, said Ms Swaraj used to be concerned about her well-being "like a mother".

Aug 07, 2019 17:55 (IST) READ HERE: Mourning Sushma Swaraj, Everyone Remembers That Hilarious Mars Tweet

As India bid farewell to Sushma Swaraj, former Foreign Minister and veteran of the ruling BJP, Twitter remembered the compassionate and responsive leader who won huge respect, across party lines, for helping Indians need through social media. As India bid farewell to Sushma Swaraj, former Foreign Minister and veteran of the ruling BJP, Twitter remembered the compassionate and responsive leader who won huge respect, across party lines, for helping Indians need through social media.

Aug 07, 2019 17:21 (IST) Read Here: Sushma Swaraj Dies: Sumitra Mahajan, Ex-Lok Sabha Speaker, Compliments Sushma Swaraj's "Awesome Memory"

Former Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Wednesday remembered Sushma Swaraj as the MP who with her oratory skills and photographic memory used to make Opposition members nervous in Parliament. Former Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on Wednesday remembered Sushma Swaraj as the MP who with her oratory skills and photographic memory used to make Opposition members nervous in Parliament.

Aug 07, 2019 17:08 (IST) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, VP Venkaiah Naidu, senior BJP leader LK Advani, Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh & others leave Lodhi Crematorium



Prime Minister Narendra Modi, VP Venkaiah Naidu, senior BJP leader LK Advani, Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh & others leave Lodhi Crematorium: news agency ANI #WATCH Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, VP Venkaiah Naidu, senior BJP leader LK Advani, Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh & others leave from Lodhi Crematorium. #SushmaSwarajpic.twitter.com/NvThkFueR2 - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 16:56 (IST) China "deeply mourns for the passing of Madam Sushma Swaraj": statement



China on Wednesday condoled the death of external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj and recalled her important contributions in the development of bilateral relations, reported news agency PTI.



"Madam Sushma Swaraj is a senior Indian politician," Hua Chunying, Foreign Ministry spokesperson said in written response, according to PTI.



"China deeply mourns for the passing of Madam Sushma Swaraj and expresses sincere condolences to her family," Hua said.



Aug 07, 2019 16:37 (IST) READ HERE: Sushma Swaraj Cremated With State Honours. PM, Top Leaders Present

Sushma Swaraj, former foreign minister and BJP veteran, died on Tuesday evening after a cardiac arrest, leaving political leaders and her legions of admirers in grief. She was 67. Ms Swaraj was cremated with state honours this afternoon. Sushma Swaraj, former foreign minister and BJP veteran, died on Tuesday evening after a cardiac arrest, leaving political leaders and her legions of admirers in grief. She was 67. Ms Swaraj was cremated with state honours this afternoon.

Aug 07, 2019 16:30 (IST) "Her demise is my personal loss," Devendra Fadnavis pays tribute to Sushma Swaraj



Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday described the death of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj as a "personal loss", reported news agency PTI.



In a video message, he described the senior BJP leader as "well-cultured and immensely talented."



"We never thought such a well-cultured, intelligent and immensely talented leader Sushma-ji will leave us. People like me have suffered a big shock due to her death," Mr Fadnavis was quoted as saying by PTI.



"Her demise is my personal loss. She had wished me on my birthday (on July 22), saying I was doing a good job. I received her affection. I am at a loss for words as I try to pay homage to her," Mr Fadnavis said.



Aug 07, 2019 16:26 (IST) Sushma Swaraj "put people at the core of the Indian diplomacy": Foreign Ministry pays tributes to Sushma Swaraj



The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) team mourned the death of Sushma Swaraj saying she left a lasting legacy for "putting people at the core of the Indian diplomacy", reported news agency IANS.



MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar tweeted: #TeamMEA mourns the sad demise of former External Affairs Minister #sushmaswaraj. Enjoying immense respect within the Ministry and outside, for her compassionate and amiable personality, she has left a lasting legacy for putting people at the core of Indian diplomacy." #TeamMEA mourns the sad demise of former External Affairs Minister #sushmaswaraj. Enjoying immense respect within the Ministry and outside, for her compassionate and amiable personality, she has left a lasting legacy for putting people at the core of Indian diplomacy. pic.twitter.com/LWUyZVyz2q - Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 16:22 (IST) Gun Salute for Sushma Swaraj begins



Gun salute, with full state honours, begins for Sushma Swaraj, before last rites.



Aug 07, 2019 16:17 (IST) Read Here: Sushma Swaraj Funeral: Husband Swaraj Kaushal, Daughter Bansuri Kaushal Say Farewell To Sushma Swaraj With A Salute

A grief stricken nation is saying goodbye to former Union minister Sushma Swaraj, who died last evening. Since morning, thousands poured into her home and then at the BJP office to pay their respects to the leader whose term as the foreign minister during the first term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government. A grief stricken nation is saying goodbye to former Union minister Sushma Swaraj, who died last evening. Since morning, thousands poured into her home and then at the BJP office to pay their respects to the leader whose term as the foreign minister during the first term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

Aug 07, 2019 16:13 (IST) PM Modi pays his respects to Sushma Swaraj





Aug 07, 2019 16:08 (IST) Read Here: Sushma Swaraj Death: Sushma Swaraj Dies At 67. Emotional PM Modi, Top Leaders Pay Tribute

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned emotional this morning as he paid his tribute to Sushma Swaraj, former foreign minister and BJP veteran, who died last night. Ms Swaraj died on Tuesday evening after a cardiac arrest. She was 67. Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned emotional this morning as he paid his tribute to Sushma Swaraj, former foreign minister and BJP veteran, who died last night. Ms Swaraj died on Tuesday evening after a cardiac arrest. She was 67.

Aug 07, 2019 16:01 (IST) Read Here: Bal Thackeray Once Backed Sushma Swaraj For PM's Post: Sena Leader

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday expressed grief over the "irreparable loss" his family suffered following the death of former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj, whom party patriarch Bal Thackeray had once backed as NDA's prime ministerial face.

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday expressed grief over the "irreparable loss" his family suffered following the death of former external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj, whom party patriarch Bal Thackeray had once backed as NDA's prime ministerial face.

Aug 07, 2019 15:50 (IST) PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh are at the Lodhi crematorium



PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and former Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay at Lodhi crematorium: news agency ANI







Aug 07, 2019 15:49 (IST) Final rites of Sushma Swaraj to begin soon



Final rites of Sushma Swaraj to begin soon. Political leaders have assembled at the crematorium where the rites will be conducted.

Aug 07, 2019 15:21 (IST)

The body of Sushma Swaraj is currently being taken to Delhi's Lodhi crematorium for her last rites.



Aug 07, 2019 15:07 (IST) The Dalai Lama tweeted saying, "I offer my prayers & my condolences at this difficult time." The Dalai Lama on #SushmaSwaraj: I offer my prayers & my condolences at this difficult time. Sushma Swaraj enjoyed immense respect for her compassionate concern for people&her friendly demeanour. In devoting herself to service of others, she led a very meaningful life.(File pics) pic.twitter.com/6HILHPjvRH - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 The Dalai Lama tweeted saying, "I offer my prayers & my condolences at this difficult time."

Aug 07, 2019 14:53 (IST) Remembering Sushma Swaraj, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) said, "She was happy with the recent historic development in the nation, as she expressed before she left us. We express condolences to her family in this moment of grief." Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on #SushmaSwaraj: She was happy with the recent historic development in the nation, as she expressed before she left us. We express condolences to her family in this moment of grief. pic.twitter.com/y0Fbqirk8X - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Remembering Sushma Swaraj, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) said, "She was happy with the recent historic development in the nation, as she expressed before she left us. We express condolences to her family in this moment of grief."

Aug 07, 2019 14:51 (IST) Condoling the demise, US Embassy in Delhi said, "Today, the US Mission to India mourns the passing of Sushma Swaraj. Minister Swaraj was greatly respected & viewed as an outstanding representative of the Indian people, both at home and abroad." US Embassy in Delhi: #SushmaSwaraj was a steadfast advocate for her compatriots. As External Affairs Minister, she was a key partner in strengthening US-India bilateral relationship, most prominently during the inaugural 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in September 2018. https://t.co/mBHQdfaDiM - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Condoling the demise, US Embassy in Delhi said, "Today, the US Mission to India mourns the passing of Sushma Swaraj. Minister Swaraj was greatly respected & viewed as an outstanding representative of the Indian people, both at home and abroad."

Aug 07, 2019 13:54 (IST) Traffic Advisory

Due to cremation of former foreign minister and BJP veteran Sushma Swaraj, at Lodhi Road crematorium, the traffic will remain affected on Lodhi Road, Lala Lajpat Rai Marg, Neela Gumbad, Moolchand Flyover, Defence Colony Flyover, Lodhi Road Flyover and adjoining roads from 2:00pm to 5:30pm. Motorists are advised to avoid these roads and plan their journey accordingly.

Aug 07, 2019 13:51 (IST) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister pays tribute to former foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj at party headquarters. Delhi: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister pays tribute to former Union Minister #SushmaSwaraj at party headquarters. pic.twitter.com/eYpwgwwfNJ - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister pays tribute to former foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj at party headquarters.

Aug 07, 2019 13:48 (IST) READ | Sushma Swaraj, Prolific Orator And People's Minister: Foreign Media

Sushma Swaraj, India's former external affairs minister who made the foreign ministry accessible to the public has died. She was 67. The senior leader of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, Ms Swaraj suffered a cardiac arrest Tuesday evening in New Delhi. She was foreign minister during the first term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi government from 2014 to 2019. After a renal transplant about three years back, Ms Swaraj opted out of contesting the general elections earlier this year.

Aug 07, 2019 13:21 (IST) Mortal remains of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj being taken to BJP headquarters Delhi: Mortal remains of former External Affairs Minister #SushmaSwaraj being taken to BJP headquarters pic.twitter.com/Uv4VE33jIT - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Mortal remains of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj being taken to BJP headquarters

Aug 07, 2019 13:20 (IST) Geeta, who was brought back from Pakistan in 2015 when late Sushma Swaraj was External Affairs Minister, pays tribute to the leader. #WATCH Indore: Geeta, the Indian girl who was brought back from Pakistan in 2015 when late Sushma Swaraj was External Affairs Minister, pays tribute. #MadhyaPradeshpic.twitter.com/OtksbYMpff - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Geeta, who was brought back from Pakistan in 2015 when late Sushma Swaraj was External Affairs Minister, pays tribute to the leader.

Aug 07, 2019 12:19 (IST) Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa paid tributes to former foreign minister Sushma Swaraj at her residence. He remembered her as an excellent orator and exceptional leader who rose to great heights in her political career as a committed soldier of this country. "Sushma Swaraj served as the Minister of External Affairs of India and was the second woman to hold office after Indira Gandhi. Her proactive outreach to people in distress and accessibility to citizens earned her love and respect from the masses. She was hailed as India's best-loved politician by global media", he said.

Aug 07, 2019 12:12 (IST) Preparations at BJP headquarters in Delhi, where Sushma Swaraj will be kept for people to pay their last respect. Preparations at BJP headquarters in Delhi, where #SushmaSwaraj will be kept for people to pay their last respect.



She will be cremated with state honours at 3 pm.



Tributes https://t.co/JOXR1IfKtspic.twitter.com/xZCYZvFWy2 - NDTV (@ndtv) August 7, 2019 Preparations at BJP headquarters in Delhi, where Sushma Swaraj will be kept for people to pay their last respect.

Aug 07, 2019 12:07 (IST) PICS | Sushma Swaraj: A Walk Down Memory Lane

Former foreign minister Sushma Swaraj, admired across party lines and loved by Twitter, died on Tuesday. Among the most active Indian leaders on social media, she leaves behind a legacy of an easily-accessible minister who helped Indians abroad in distress with her quick responses to pleas for help. Have a look at some throwback photos tweeted by Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 07, 2019 12:00 (IST) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat condoled the sudden demise of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. It's a huge loss for the nation. I pay tributes. We have declared state mourning today.



Aug 07, 2019 11:50 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Death

Sarabjit Singh's sister Dalbir Kaur expressed her shock and grief at the death of Sushma Swaraj. Sarabjit Singh's sister Dalbir Kaur:Could not believe that she would leave us so soon, still can't. It's a huge loss for the entire country. She always helped people. Whether it was Hamid Ansari, Sarabjit, Geeta or Jadhav, she helped all. May her soul rest in peace. #SushmaSwarajpic.twitter.com/YHcrejm5o7 - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Sarabjit Singh's sister Dalbir Kaur expressed her shock and grief at the death of Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 07, 2019 11:45 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Tributes

READ HERE | Not A Year She Didn't Bring Me Chocolate Cake: LK Advani On Sushma Swaraj

Former union minister Sushma Swaraj's death was "deeply distressing", BJP patriarch LK Advani said this morning, sharing fond memories of the politician he had mentored. LK Advani was seen in tears as he visited Sushma Swaraj's home to condole her death. Mr Advani's daughter Pratibha was also seen breaking down as she hugged Sushma Swaraj's daughter Bansuri. Mr Advani, 91, said in his tribute he could not recall a single year when she missed bringing his favourite chocolate cake on his birthday. Ms Swaraj was someone whom he had known and worked with since "the beginning of her illustrious innings" in the BJP, said the veteran, who had spotted her as a promising young activist to include in his team.

Aug 07, 2019 11:40 (IST) Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda writes to Swaraj Kaushal, husband of late former Union Minister Sushma Sawraj, saying, "My heartfelt condolences to the family. I pray the Almighty to give your benign self, all the family members, followers and well-wishers the strength to overcome this tragedy."



Aug 07, 2019 11:36 (IST) Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa paid last respects to former Union Minister at her residence in Delhi today. Chief Minister of Karnataka, BS Yediyurappa paid last respects to former Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushma Swaraj, at her residence in Delhi, today. pic.twitter.com/U5TyMLXO5s - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa paid last respects to former Union Minister at her residence in Delhi today.

Aug 07, 2019 11:14 (IST) READ HERE "Axe To Grind With You Didi": Smriti Irani's Moving Post On Sushma Swaraj

Sushma Swaraj, one of the BJP's most beloved leaders, has left a party in grief. Many party leaders paid an emotional tribute to a politician they described as the mentor who hand-held them through politics, parliament and the government. Union Minister Smriti Irani was among the first leaders to reach Delhi's AIIMS hospital after news emerged that Sushma Swaraj was critically ill. On Twitter, she posted a poignant message about a lunch that never happened. "I have an axe to grind with you Didi . You made Bansuri pick a restaurant to take me for a celebratory lunch. You left without fulfilling your promise to the two of us," Smriti Irani tweeted, referring to Ms Swaraj's daughter.



Aug 07, 2019 11:11 (IST) Rajya Sabha observes a minute of silence

Rajya Sabha Chairman Venkaiah Naidu remembered the stalwart in an opening speech to the Upper House today and minute of silence was observed in mourning.

Aug 07, 2019 11:05 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Death News

Rahul Gandhi and his mother Sonia Gandhi of the Congress also paid tribute to former foreign minister and BJP veteran Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 07, 2019 10:59 (IST) Paying his last respects, Nikolay R Kudashev, Russian Ambassador to India, says, "With a feeling of deep sorrow we came to know about premature passing away of SushmaSwaraj. Please accept my deepest condolences on this irreparable loss of your predecessor, India's outstanding politician and diplomat." NR Kudashev:She was known in Russia as steadfast defender&promoter of India's int'l interests&its global power reputation.She was sincere friend of Russia, contributing to strengthening our privileged strategic p'ship. She'll always dwell in our hearts.May her soul rest in peace" https://t.co/MDXQAl16Sf - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Paying his last respects, Nikolay R Kudashev, Russian Ambassador to India, says, "With a feeling of deep sorrow we came to know about premature passing away of SushmaSwaraj. Please accept my deepest condolences on this irreparable loss of your predecessor, India's outstanding politician and diplomat."

Aug 07, 2019 10:56 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Death

Haryana Government will observe a 2-day State mourning in honour of senior BJP leader and former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.



Aug 07, 2019 10:55 (IST) Israeli Ambassador to India, Ron Malka pays last respects to former External Affairs Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushma Swaraj. Delhi: Israeli Ambassador to India, Ron Malka pays last respects to former External Affairs Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader #SushmaSwaraj. pic.twitter.com/SngyXk1qjx - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 10:53 (IST) Union Home Minister Amit Shah pays last respects to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj. Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah pays last respects to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader #SushmaSwaraj. pic.twitter.com/fSnu7Zmpfv - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Union Home Minister Amit Shah pays last respects to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 07, 2019 10:50 (IST) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader said, "Very tough to believe Sushmaji is no more. Worked very closely with her in d last several years." Very tough to believe Sushmaji is no more. Worked very closely with her in d last several years. She was a great leader no doubt, but more than that an outstanding human being with utmost positivity, a rarity these days. Irreparable loss. Tearful homage. - Ram Madhav (@rammadhavbjp) August 6, 2019 Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader said, "Very tough to believe Sushmaji is no more. Worked very closely with her in d last several years."

Aug 07, 2019 10:38 (IST) Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh arrives at Sushma Swaraj's residence to pay last respects to the former foreign minister, who died on Tuesday after suffering from a cardiac arrest.

Aug 07, 2019 10:31 (IST) An artist from Uttar Pradesh's Amroha, Mohammad Zuhaib, pays his last respects to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj by making a charcoal portrait. An artist from Uttar Pradesh's Amroha, Mohammad Zuhaib, pays his last respects to former External Affairs Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader #SushmaSwaraj by making a charcoal portrait. pic.twitter.com/ElNAmhRoOe - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 An artist from Uttar Pradesh's Amroha, Mohammad Zuhaib, pays his last respects to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj by making a charcoal portrait.

Aug 07, 2019 10:19 (IST) Senior BJP leader LK Advani pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj at her home. Delhi: Senior BJP leader LK Advani pays tributes to former EAM Sushma Swaraj at her residence. His daughter Pratibha Advani gets emotional as she meets #SushmaSwaraj's daughter, Bansuri. pic.twitter.com/3tfGAUL3I4 - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Senior BJP leader LK Advani pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj at her home.

Aug 07, 2019 10:19 (IST) Senior BJP leader LK Advani pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj at her home. Delhi: Senior BJP leader LK Advani pays tributes to former EAM Sushma Swaraj at her residence. His daughter Pratibha Advani gets emotional as she meets #SushmaSwaraj's daughter, Bansuri. pic.twitter.com/3tfGAUL3I4 - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Senior BJP leader LK Advani pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj at her home.

Aug 07, 2019 09:51 (IST) PM Modi Pays Tribute

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Sushma Swaraj. An emotional PM Modi, spoke to Sushma Swaraj's husband and daughter, expressing his condolences.



Aug 07, 2019 09:47 (IST) Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia pay last respects to former External Affairs Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushma Swaraj, at her residence in Delhi. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia pay last respects to former External Affairs Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sushma Swaraj, at her residence in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/Esyqe37zM0 - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 09:43 (IST) Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav gets emotional after paying tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. Delhi: Samajwadi Party leader, Ram Gopal Yadav gets emotional after paying tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. pic.twitter.com/P7AKvxm5i2 - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 09:32 (IST) Samajwadi Party founder and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Mulayam Singh Yadav pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. Delhi: Samajwadi Party founder and former Uttar Pradesh CM, Mulayam Singh Yadav pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. pic.twitter.com/YZMo6OmyDI - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Samajwadi Party founder and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Mulayam Singh Yadav pays tribute to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 07, 2019 09:31 (IST) Union Home Minister Amit Shah to pay last respect to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj at her residence, shortly. Union Home Minister Amit Shah to pay last respect to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader #SushmaSwaraj at her residence, shortly. (file pics) pic.twitter.com/hLYViTwsJg - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 09:27 (IST) PM Modi to pay last respect to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj at her residence, shortly. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to pay last respect to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader #SushmaSwaraj at her residence, shortly. He will later attend her last rites in the evening. (file pics) pic.twitter.com/V2NQViEByo - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 PM Modi to pay last respect to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj at her residence, shortly.

Aug 07, 2019 09:16 (IST) President Ram Nath Kovind pays homage to Sushma Swaraj Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind pays last tribute to former External Affairs Minister & Bharatiya Janata Party leader #SushmaSwaraj, at her residence. pic.twitter.com/7IAj9WINol - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 09:14 (IST) Senior BJP leader LK Advani tweeted a condolence message Senior BJP leader LK Advani: The nation has lost a remarkable leader. To me, it is an irreparable loss and I will miss Sushmaji's presence immensely. May her soul rest in peace. My heartfelt condolences to Swaraj ji, Bansuri & all members of her family. Om Shanti. #SushmaSwarajpic.twitter.com/4FuLwWAgli - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Senior BJP leader LK Advani tweeted a condolence message

Aug 07, 2019 09:09 (IST) President Kovind Visits Swaraj's Residence

President Ram Nath Kovind arrives at late leader Sushma Swaraj's residence to pay homage.

Aug 07, 2019 09:08 (IST) Yog guru Ramdev pays last tribute to former External Affairs Minister and BJP leader Sushma Swaraj, at her residence. She died last night due to cardiac arrest.



Aug 07, 2019 09:06 (IST) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said, "Deeply saddened and shocked by the news of untimely demise of former Union Minister Smt #SushmaSwaraj, who was a principled leader, splendid orator with full of dignity & grace. The country has lost one of its tallest leader. My sincere condolence. May her soul rest in peace!" Deeply saddened and shocked by the news of untimely demise of former Union Minister Smt #SushmaSwaraj, who was a principled leader, splendid orator with full of dignity & grace. The country has lost one of its tallest leader. My sincere condolence. May her soul rest in peace! pic.twitter.com/rQM1o9yjgS - Pema Khandu (@PemaKhanduBJP) August 7, 2019 Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said, "Deeply saddened and shocked by the news of untimely demise of former Union Minister Smt #SushmaSwaraj, who was a principled leader, splendid orator with full of dignity & grace. The country has lost one of its tallest leader. My sincere condolence. May her soul rest in peace!"

Aug 07, 2019 08:58 (IST) Kerala's former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy pays last tribute to former External Affairs Minister & BJP leader Sushma Swaraj, at her residence. Delhi: Kerala's former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy pays last tribute to former External Affairs Minister & BJP leader #SushmaSwaraj, at her residence. She passed away last night due to cardiac arrest. pic.twitter.com/hQJ8E9r0pm - ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2019 Kerala's former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy pays last tribute to former External Affairs Minister & BJP leader Sushma Swaraj, at her residence.

Aug 07, 2019 08:54 (IST) Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs has tweeted: Team MEA mourns the sad demise of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. #TeamMEA mourns the sad demise of former External Affairs Minister #sushmaswaraj. Enjoying immense respect within the Ministry and outside, for her compassionate and amiable personality, she has left a lasting legacy for putting people at the core of Indian diplomacy. pic.twitter.com/LWUyZVyz2q - Raveesh Kumar (@MEAIndia) August 7, 2019 Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs has tweeted: Team MEA mourns the sad demise of former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.

Aug 07, 2019 08:45 (IST) Delhi government declares 2-day mourning

The Delhi government today declared a two-day mourning in the national capital as a mark of respect for senior BJP leader and former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who died on Tuesday. Sushma Swaraj died at AIIMS, Delhi after suffering a cardiac arrest. She was 67.

Aug 07, 2019 08:42 (IST) BJP lawmaker Hema Malini tweeted saying, "A big loss to our nation." Sushma Swaraj ji is no more.A big loss to our nation. Personally,she was always a good friend, philosopher & guide throughout my years in Parliament.Soft spoken yet firm, always empathetic to people's problems, she was unique in many ways &endeared herself to the public always🙏 pic.twitter.com/fbB806MBeR - Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) August 7, 2019 BJP lawmaker Hema Malini tweeted saying, "A big loss to our nation."

Aug 07, 2019 08:17 (IST) READ HERE Sushma Swaraj Among BJP's Most Beloved, Admired Across Political Lines

Sushma Swaraj, whose death on Tuesday left the nation in grief, was one of the most respected leaders of the ruling BJP and will perhaps be best remembered for her tenure as External Affairs Minister till earlier this year. She died at Delhi's AIIMS hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest. She was 67. She had a kidney transplant in 2016 and had opted out of contesting Lok Sabha polls earlier this year for health reasons. While she was seen at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in for his second term in May this year, speculation about whether she would be minister again ended when she sat in the audience.













Aug 07, 2019 08:03 (IST) Sushma ji will always be remembered for her service to the nation, tweeted Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge Saddened to hear about the sad demise of Smt Sushma ji.

We shared very cordial relation during my time in Parliament. She was a rare leader who was above party lines & was always respectful to all.She will always be remembered for her service to the nation. My deepest condolences - Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) August 6, 2019 Sushma ji will always be remembered for her service to the nation, tweeted Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge

Aug 07, 2019 07:49 (IST) "Absolutely shocked," tweets Congress's Manish Tewari

"Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing away of stalwart leader Smt.#SushmaSwaraj! The nation will miss her effervescence, warmth and unmissable receptiveness as a leader," tweeted Manish Tewari. Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing away of stalwart leader Smt.#SushmaSwaraj! The nation will miss her effervescence, warmth and unmissable receptiveness as a leader! - Manish Tewari (@ManishTewari) August 6, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 07:42 (IST) India has lost a great leader. Sushma ji was a very warm and remarkable person, tweeted Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. India has lost a great leader. Sushma ji was a very warm and remarkable person. May her soul rest in peace. - Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) August 7, 2019 India has lost a great leader. Sushma ji was a very warm and remarkable person, tweeted Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

Aug 07, 2019 07:35 (IST) India's Ambassador & Permanent Representative to the United Nations Syed Akbaruddin tweeted saying, "We @IndiaUNNewYork will always cherish memories of her"

Leaving behind indelible memories.



We @IndiaUNNewYork will always cherish memories of her @UN



Farewell Madam @SushmaSwaraj 😪 #RIPSushmaSwarajpic.twitter.com/yEGz9KWhsc - Syed Akbaruddin (@AkbaruddinIndia) August 7, 2019 India's Ambassador & Permanent Representative to the United Nations Syed Akbaruddin tweeted saying, "We @IndiaUNNewYork will always cherish memories of her"

Aug 07, 2019 07:19 (IST) "An outstanding politician, leader, good human being," tweets Mamata Banerjee

"Deeply saddened, shocked at the sudden passing away of Sushma Swaraj Ji.I knew her since the 1990s.Even though our ideologies differed, we shared many cordial times in Parliament. An outstanding politician, leader, good human being.Will miss her.Condolences to her family/admirers," tweets Mamata Banerjee.

Aug 07, 2019 07:18 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Death: "Her stellar work will be looked upon as an exemplary model of governance," tweets Chandrababu Naidu

"Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of BJP leader Sushma Swaraj Ji. Her contribution to the nation in various leadership roles will never be forgotten. Her stellar work as MEA will be looked upon as an exemplary model of governance. I pray God to give strength to the family," tweeted N Chandrababu Naidu.

Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of BJP leader Sushma Swaraj Ji. Her contribution to the nation in various leadership roles will never be forgotten. Her stellar work as MEA will be looked upon as an exemplary model of governance. I pray God to give strength to the family pic.twitter.com/V241dX5sON - N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) August 6, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 07:13 (IST) Sushma Swaraj News

"Saddened, pained & broken on demise of Sushmaji," tweets Arun Jaitley

"Saddened, pained & broken on demise of Sushmaji. She was one of the most outstanding politicians in the Present Era. She distinguished in all positions. She held Senior Positions with the Party, NDA Govt. & while in opposition. She leaves behind a void which is difficult to fill," tweeted Sushma Swaraj's colleague and former finance minister Arun Jaitley.

Aug 07, 2019 07:11 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Death

"The whole nation grieves, the Foreign Ministry even more so," tweets foreign minister Dr S Jaishankar

"Deeply shocked to learn of the passing away of Smt Sushma Swaraj. Difficult to accept this news. The whole nation grieves, the Foreign Ministry even more so," tweeted Sushma Swaraj's successor, foreign minister Dr S Jaishankar. Deeply shocked to learn of the passing away of Smt Sushma Swaraj. Difficult to accept this news. The whole nation grieves, the Foreign Ministry even more so. - Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 6, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 07:10 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Dies

"Epitomised dignity, courage & intergrity in public life," tweets President Ram Nath Kovind

"Extremely shocked to hear of the passing of Smt Sushma Swaraj. The country has lost a much loved leader who epitomised dignity, courage & integrity in public life. Ever willing to help others, she will always be remembered for her service to the people of India," tweeted President Ram Nath Kovind. Extremely shocked to hear of the passing of Smt Sushma Swaraj. The country has lost a much loved leader who epitomised dignity, courage & integrity in public life. Ever willing to help others, she will always be remembered for her service to the people of India #PresidentKovind - President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 6, 2019

Aug 07, 2019 07:07 (IST) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati also took to Twitter and wrote: "The sudden demise of senior BJP leader and former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is saddening. She was not only a skilled politician and a great administrator but also a very social woman. Deepest condolence to her family members."



Aug 07, 2019 06:59 (IST) "India Grieves Demise Of A Remarkable Leader": PM Modi On Sushma Swaraj

India grieves the demise of a remarkable leader, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tweeted after the death of former union minister and BJP veteran Sushma Swaraj at Delhi's AIIMS hospital. Sushma Swaraj was brought to AIIMS between 9:30 pm and 10 pm on Tuesday and was straight away taken to the emergency ward where she died of a cardiac arrest.





Aug 07, 2019 06:57 (IST) 'You Stood Tall Amongst Giants': Celebs Mourn Sushma Swaraj On Twitter

Bollywood celebrities such as Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar, Anushka Sharma, Arjun Kapoor, Parineeti Chopra, Riteish Deshmukh and Ayushmann Khurrana were some of the first ones to mourn the BJP veteran's death on Twitter. Shabana Azmi's emotional note for Sushma Swaraj said: "Deeply saddened that Sushma Swaraj has passed away. Inspite of political differences we had an extremely cordial relationship. I was one of her 'navratans' as she called us during her I and B ministership and she gave industry status to film. Articulate sharp and accessible. RIP" while Javed Akhtar remembered her in these words: "Deeply saddened by Sushma ji's demise. The music fraternity will be indebted to her for magnificent defence of their rights in the Lok Sabha. You were an exceptional person Sushma ji. We will always remain thankful to you."















Aug 07, 2019 06:51 (IST) Sushma Swaraj ji you will be missed and remembered forever, tweeted actor Vivek Oberoi An Iron Lady who was not only a true patriot but an incredible inspiration for each and every one of us. An epitome of women empowerment and leadership.#SushmaSwaraj ji you will be missed and remembered forever. My deepest condolences and prayers to the family 🙏#RIPSushmaJipic.twitter.com/OLrXJMuf0X - Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) August 6, 2019 Sushma Swaraj ji you will be missed and remembered forever, tweeted actor Vivek Oberoi

Aug 07, 2019 06:49 (IST) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tweeted her condolences along with an an image with Sushma Swaraj Shocked at the untimely demise of Smt. @SushmaSwaraj. Paid my respects and expressed my condolences to her family. Her speeches in the Parliament, full of substance and firepower, motivated several of us. Sharing a photo from the 2014 swearing in ceremony. pic.twitter.com/in8y5k0OwO - Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) August 6, 2019 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tweeted her condolences along with an an image with Sushma Swaraj

Aug 07, 2019 06:46 (IST) READ HERE: Sushma Swaraj To Be Cremated With Full State Honours Today

The body of former Union minister Sushma Swaraj will be kept for three hours at the BJP headquarters today for party workers and leaders to pay tributes, BJP working president JP Nadda said. Her last rites will be performed at the Lodhi crematorium, he said. Ms Swaraj, 67, died on Tuesday night at AIIMS after suffering a cardiac attack, doctors said.







Aug 07, 2019 06:35 (IST) Sushma Swaraj's body was taken to her Delhi residence after she died at AIIMS hospital late Tuesday night. Her body will be kept at the BJP headquarters in Delhi from 12 pm - 3 pm for people to pay respects today after which it will be taken to Lodhi Crematorium for the last rites.











Aug 07, 2019 06:31 (IST) Sushma Swaraj Dies

Filmmaker Karan Johar pays tribute to "amazing leader" Sushma Swaraj #RIPSushmaSwarajJi ...an amazing leader, orator and minister..... condolences to the family...🙏🙏🙏 - Karan Johar (@karanjohar) August 6, 2019