“Amma”, Jayalalitha passed away at the age of 68. She breathed her last on Monday at 11.30 PM in Apollo hospital. Today, Jayalalitha’s body kept at Rajaji Hall, so that public can pay their homage. Jayalalithaa will be cremated next to the memorial of Dr. MGR, her mentor, off Marina Beach.
She had become highly popular in Tamil Nadu; the iron lady had indeed lived her entire life serving people. She first became the chief minister of Tamil Nadu in 1991. She has ruled the state for over 15 years and gained people’s hearts.
Politicians and celebs took to Twitter to pay their condolences; have a look at their tweets.
Narendra Modi:
Deeply saddened at the passing away of Selvi Jayalalithaa. Her demise has left a huge void in Indian politics.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 5, 2016
Jayalalithaa ji’s connect with citizens, concern for welfare of the poor, the women & marginalized will always be a source of inspiration.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 5, 2016
Pranab Mukherjee, President of India:
Heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of Ms. Jayaram Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu #PresidentMukherjee
— President Mukherjee (@POI13) December 5, 2016
Rahul Gandhi’s Office:
We lost a great leader today.Women,farmers,fishermen &the marginalised dreamt through her eyes.We will miss Jayalalithaa ji,Amma to millions
— Office of RG (@OfficeOfRG) December 5, 2016
Devendra Fadnavis:
#Jayalalithaa ji’s work for the people is inspiring.
May Her soul rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to the people of Tamil Nadu.— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) December 5, 2016
Rajnath Singh:
Deeply saddened to learn of the demise of Tamil Nadu CM,Selvi Jayalalithaa. She was a powerful voice for the weaker sections of the society.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 5, 2016
Selvi Jayalalithaa was one of the most iconic political figures of India who had an enormous impact on the people of Tamil Nadu.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 5, 2016
Mamata Banerjee:
Popular,strong,bold,efficient, people- friendly,charismatic leader,
Amma.Always at the heart of people. Big loss.I am shocked,saddened 1/2— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 5, 2016
Arvind Kejriwal:
V sad to hear the demise of Amma. A very very popular leader. Aam admi’s leader. May her soul rest in peace.
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) December 5, 2016
ShivrajSingh Chouhan:
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister #Jayalalithaa‘s passing away is a great loss to the state & it’s people, we stand by them in this hour of grief.
— ShivrajSingh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) December 5, 2016
Sehwag:
Prayers for maintenance of peace in Tamil Nadu. Strength to near and dear ones.#RIPAmma pic.twitter.com/IWy74Ic1mK
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 5, 2016
Harsha Bhogle:
You just had to admire her pluck and her tenacity. #Jayalalithaa was a remarkable woman.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) December 5, 2016
Mohammed Azharuddin:
Very sad to hear about Tamilnadu Chief minister Madam Jayalalitha’s demise..a very popular leader for a weaker section ..#RIPAmma
— Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) December 5, 2016
Saina Nehwal:
Rest in peace #Jayalalithaa #AmmaForever…🙏🙏
— Saina Nehwal (@NSaina) December 5, 2016
Amitabh Bachchan:
T 2463 – Deeply grieved at the passing of Jayalalita ji .. a strong woman ..
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) December 5, 2016
T 2463 – Jayalalitha ji the only CM of a State that celebrated 100 years of Indian Cinema .. from all regions .. most admirable ! pic.twitter.com/W2pcsVKhYL
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) December 5, 2016
Rajinikanth:
— Rajinikanth (@superstarrajini) December 5, 2016
Dhanush:
#RIPAmma. The end of THE most inspirational era of Tamilnadu Politics. You leave behind a vast vacuum. #IronLady. #Shattered #empty #darkday
— Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) December 5, 2016
Shah Rukh Khan:
Sad to hear of the passing away of Jayalalithaaji…May her soul rest in peace.
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) December 5, 2016
A.R. Rahman:
Respect and condolences to all the people who love Puratchi Thalaivi Jayalalitha…We will miss her forever
— A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) December 5, 2016
Siddharth:
It is the end of an era! Arguably the most unparalleled daughter of Tamil Nadu… #RIP #PuratchiThalaivi Honbl. Chief Minister #Jayalalithaa
— Siddharth (@Actor_Siddharth) December 5, 2016
Mohanlal:
Rest in Peace pic.twitter.com/5iF5Zx94oB
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) December 6, 2016
Mahesh Babu:
Deeply saddened at the loss of J Jayalalithaa garu. May her family and the whole of Tamil Nadu find strength at this time..
— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) December 6, 2016
Viswanathan Anand:
#Ripamma
articulate & brave.She will be missed for her persona & charisma.As TN mourns its great daughter lets be together in its dark hour— Viswanathan Anand (@vishy64theking) December 6, 2016
May her soul rest in peace! Amma will be missed…
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