New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) The CPI expressed condolences on Monday on the passing of veteran Communist leader and former Kerala chief minister V S Achuthanandan.
In a statement shared on X, Communist Party of India (CPI) general secretary D Raja said with Achuthanandan’s demise at the age of 101, an era in India’s Left and democratic movement comes to a close.
“Comrade Achuthanandan’s political journey, spanning more than eight decades, stands as a testament to unwavering commitment to the ideals of socialism, secularism, and people’s rights,” Raja said.
He said Achuthanandan was widely respected across party lines and by the people of Kerala.
“The CPI pays homage to Comrade V S Achuthanandan’s eventful life and legacy. His principled life, simplicity, and dedication to the people will remain an inspiration to the coming generations,” Raja said.
“The CPI extends its deep condolences to his family, friends, admirers and to the CPI(M),” he added.
Achuthanandan, one of India’s most-respected Left leaders and a key figure in Kerala’s political history, died on Monday at the age of 101, Communist Party of India (Marxist) state secretary M V Govindan said.
The veteran leader died in a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram while undergoing treatment following a cardiac arrest. PTI AO RC
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