‘A true trailblazer’: PM Modi on Justice Fathima Beevi
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‘A true trailblazer’: PM Modi on Justice Fathima Beevi

Beevi, the first woman judge of the Supreme Court and former Governor of Tamil Nadu, died at a private hospital on 23 November.

   
File photo of Justice Fathima Beevi | Wikimedia Commons

File photo of Justice Fathima Beevi | Wikimedia Commons

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday condoled the death of Justice M Fathima Beevi, describing her as a “true trailblazer” whose remarkable journey broke several barriers and greatly inspired women.

“Saddened by the passing away of Justice M. Fathima Beevi. A true trailblazer, her remarkable journey broke several barriers and greatly inspired women. Her contribution to the legal field will be cherished,” he said on X, expressing condolences.

Beevi, the first woman judge of the Supreme Court and former Governor of Tamil Nadu, died at a private hospital on Thursday. PTI KR DV DV

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