Hiraben Modi Death News: PM Modi apologises for not being in Bengal after mother's death

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Film celebrities condole demise of PM Modi's mother

Celebrated personalities of the film industry — Rajinikanth, Dharmendra, Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn — on Friday expressed grief over the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraba Modi and wished him the strength to bear the loss.

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Neighbours remember PM Modi's mother Hiraben

For the residents of Vrindavan Bungalows-2 Society in Raysan village of Gandhinagar, Hiraben was an epitome of simplicity, who always maintained a low profile despite being Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother.

Hiraben passed away at an Ahmedabad hospital early on Friday at the age of 100. She used to stay with Modi’s younger brother Pankaj Modi at Raysan located on the outskirts of the Gujarat capital.

Her neighbours said that Hiraben used to mingle with everyone and participate in all festivals.

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PM Modi apologises for not being in Bengal after mother's death

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday attended the development projects in West Bengal virtually and apologised for not being physically present at the event.

"Today I was supposed to come among you but I could not come for some personal reasons for which I apologise to you and West Bengal," PM Modi said as he addressed the event through video conference minutes after performing the last rites of his mother Hiraben who died on Friday morning.

PM Modi inaugurated several development projects in West Bengal through videoconferencing on Friday hours after his mother Hiraben passed away

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Japanese PM condoles death of Modi's mother

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Friday offered his condolences to his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, on the passing of his mother Hiraben.

"PM Modi @narendramodi, I would like to express my deepest condolences for the passing of your beloved mother. May her soul rest in peace," Kishida tweeted.

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PM Modi @narendramodi, I would like to express my deepest condolences for the passing of your beloved mother. May her soul rest in peace.— 岸田文雄 (@kishida230) December 30, 2022

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Foreign Envoys in India offer condolences to PM Modi over his mother's demise

Foreign envoys in India have offered condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the demise of his mother Hiraben. PM Modi's mother passed away today at around 3:30 am at a hospital in Ahmedabad.

The US Embassy in India offered condolences to PM Modi on the passing away of his mother. It stated that Hiraben Modi will be remembered as a "strong and resilient woman."

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Jharkhand CM, BJP leader Raghubar Das condole demise of PM Modi's mother

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren and BJP national vice president Raghubar Das on Friday condoled the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben Modi.

In a tweet, Soren stated "Deeply saddened to hear the news of the demise of hon'ble PM @narendramodi Ji's mother. A parent's loss is irreplaceable & at this hour of grief, I express my sincere condolences. May her departed soul rest in peace.

Conveying his deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences in this hour of grief, former chief minister Raghubar Das said the Prime Minister, who lost his mother, discharged his responsibility as a son.

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Deeply saddened to hear the news of the demise of hon’ble PM @narendramodi Ji’s mother. A parent’s loss is irreplaceable & at this hour of grief, I express my sincere condolences. May her departed soul rest in peace.— Hemant Soren (@HemantSorenJMM) December 30, 2022

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi bids final adieu to mother Hiraben

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with his family members, performed the last rites of his mother, Hiraba, at a crematorium in Gandhinagar.

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Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif expresses condolences

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday offered condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the passing away of his mother Hiraben.

Shehbaz Sharif tweeted, "There is no greater loss than losing one's mother. My condolences to Prime Minister @narendramodi on the passing away of his mother."

There is no greater loss than losing one’s mother. My condolences to Prime Minister @narendramodi on the passing away of his mother.— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) December 30, 2022

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"Your mother means our mother" : Mamata Banerjee to PM Modi

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her condolence to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said that "your mother means our mother".

Speaking at the inauguration of various Railway projects in West Bengal, which PM Modi was attending virtually, Banerjee said, "Respected PM, today is a sad day for you personally and it's a great loss of your personal life. I pray to God, may God give you strength and bless you so that you can love your mother with your action and activities. I convey my gratitude to you because you were supposed to come to West Bengal but because of the sad demise of your mother you couldn't come but have joined us virtually."

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World leaders offer condolences to PM Modi over demise of his mother

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ among others on Friday condoled the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother Hiraben Modi.

“PM Modi @narendramodi, I would like to express my deepest condolences for the passing of your beloved mother. May her soul rest in peace,” Fumio Kishida tweeted.

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12:17 (IST)

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PM Modi bids adieu to his mother as the centenarian passes away

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday in Gandhinagar performed the last rites of his mother, Hiraben Modi, who passed away this morning.

PM Modi rushed to the Gujarat capital early morning minutes after tweeting his personal loss at daybreak.

The PM joined the funeral procession and carried the bier on his shoulder like any other son, walking barefoot with it as he carried the mortal remains to the crematorium for the last rites.

PM Modi consigned the mortal remains of his mother Heeraben Modi to fire along with his brothers.

Hiraben Modi, 100, passed away at around 3:30 am today at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre in Ahmedabad, according to a bulletin from the hospital.

She was hospitalised on Wednesday after her health deteriorated.

The Prime Minister informed the nation about her demise early Friday morning. The residents of the ancestral village of Vadnagar also paid tribute by keeping the market closed due to the demise of PM Modi's mother.

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Mamata Banerjee expresses grief over demise of PM Modi's mother 

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday expressed condolences over the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben.

"Condolences to PM Narendra Modi Ji on the passing away of his mother, Heeraben Modi. I pray that her soul rests in peace. In this hour of grief, I hope that he and his family members find strength," Banerjee said in a tweet.

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Condolences to PM @narendramodi Ji on the passing away of his mother, Heeraben Modi. I pray that her soul rests in peace.

In this hour of grief, I hope that he and his family members find strength.— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 30, 2022

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EAM Jaishankar condoles death of PM Modi's mother, calls her life 'very inspiring'

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben and said her life was "very inspiring."

In a tweet, Jaishankar stated, "I am saddened to hear about the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Heera Ba. Her life was very inspiring. I pray to God to give the departed pious soul a place at his feet. My deepest sympathies are with the Prime Minister and his entire family at this difficult time. Om Shanti!"

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प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी की माता जी हीरा बा के निधन की खबर सुनकर आहत हूँ। उनका जीवन बहुत प्रेरणादायक था।

ईश्वर से प्रार्थना है कि दिवंगत पुण्यात्मा को अपने चरणों में स्थान दें । इस कठिन समय में मेरी गहरी संवेदनाएं प्रधानमंत्री जी और उनके पूरे परिवार के साथ हैं।

ॐ शांति!— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 30, 2022

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RSS condoles death of PM Modi's mother

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Friday expressed grief over the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother and said her life was a great example of devotion to values.    

"On this sad occasion, all of us volunteers of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) pay our respects to her," the Sangh said in a statement issued by its chief Mohan Bhagwat and general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale.

"Mataji's life was a great example of a meaningful life of continuous work on the strength of devotion to values and unwavering faith in God even in extremely difficult circumstances," the RSS said.

In this hour of grief, the Sangh express its condolences to Prime Minister Modi and his family members, the statement said.

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TN CM, leaders condole demise of PM Modi's mother

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin and several leaders condoled the demise of Hiraben Modi, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday.

Expressing grief, the Chief Minister said in his tweet "Dear Prime Minister @NarendraModi, We all know the emotional bond you had with your beloved mother Hiraba. The grief of losing one's mother is too hard to bear for anyone. I am deeply saddened and no words can describe how sorry I am for your loss."

AIADMK interim general secretary K Palaniswami said he was extremely saddened to know that Hiraben Modi, mother of the Prime Minister passed away early this morning, "My deepest condolences on behalf @aiadmkofficial to Hon'ble @narendramodi ji, May her soul Rest in Peace,” he tweeted.

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In Pics: A look at the heartwarming bond PM Modi shared with his mother

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother, Heeraben Modi passed away on Friday. PM Modi, who shared a close bond with his mother, has written a moving note along with a picture of his mother.

He said, “A glorious century rests at the feet of God… In Maa, I have always felt that trinity, which contains the journey of an ascetic, the symbol of a selfless Karmayogi and a life committed to values.”

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Commerce minister Piyush Goyal condoles death of PM Modi's mother

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji and his respected mother shared a deep personal and emotional connection. She inspired him to dedicate his life in the service of the nation and supported him in his life long sacrifices, giving him strength and guidance throughout his journey.

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik condoles death of PM's mother

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother Hiraben.

"Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of #HirabenModi, mother of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family members and friends during this hour of grief, #OmShanti," he tweeted.

Patnaik asked minister Srikant Sahu to attend the funeral of Hiraben on his behalf. 

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Uttarakhand CM expresses grief over death of Modi's mother

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday expressed grief over the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben.

Dhami condoled her death in a tweet saying he prays to Baba Kedar to give the prime minister and his entire family the strength to bear the immense pain of her loss. He also prayed for peace to the departed soul.

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माँ की वात्सल्य भरी छाँव का हट जाना अपूरणीय क्षति है।

तपश्चर्या, समर्पण एवं सत्संकल्प से अपने पुत्र को सुसंस्कारों से सुपोषित कर एक कर्मयोगी का निर्माण करने वाली माँ के चरणों में कोटि-कोटि नमन।

ॐ शांतिः https://t.co/BQ8wldcA43— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) December 30, 2022

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi carries mortal remains of mother Hiraben

Prime Minister Narendra Modi bid adieu to mother Hiraben Modi who passed away early on Friday (30 December) morning in Gandhinagar. She was 100.

After paying his last respect to his mother at her Gandhinagar residence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi carried the mortal remains to a crematorium where it was consigned to flames.

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Last rites of Heeraben Modi performed in Gandhinagar

#WATCH | Gujarat: Last rites of Heeraben Modi, mother of PM Modi were performed in Gandhinagar. She passed away at the age of 100, today.

(Source: DD) pic.twitter.com/TYZf1yM4U3— ANI (@ANI) December 30, 2022

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Punjab, Haryana CMs condole demise of PM's mother

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, his Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar and many top political leaders from the two states on Friday condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother.

Mann noted that the void caused by a mother's loss can never be filled.

''I express my condolences to the Prime Minister and his entire family in this hour of grief...,'' Mann said in a tweet in Hindi.

Khattar said he was deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of Hiraben.

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Adityanath, political leaders condole death of PM's mother

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and leaders of political parties in Uttar Pradesh on Friday condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother.

In a tweet, the chief minister said, "For a son, a mother is the entire world. The death of a mother is an unbearable and irreparable loss for a son. The demise of the mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is extremely sad. May Lord Shri Ram give the departed pious soul a place at his holy feet. Om Shanti!"

Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati also expressed her condolences and tweeted, "Extremely saddened by the news of the passing away of Mrs. Hiraben, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi."

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav in a tweet said, "Extremely saddened by the passing away of honourable Mrs. Hiraben Modi, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. May her soul rest in peace. Deepest condolences to the bereaved family. Heartfelt tributes."

Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi tweeted, "Received the sad news of the passing away of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother. May God give place to the departed pious soul at his feet and give courage to Shri @narendramodi ji and all his family members in these moments of pain. Om Shanti!"

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A lover of ice cream, hardworking and ‘Dossi Maa’ to children: Narendra Modi’s mother Hiraben’s life and legacy

“A glorious century rests at the feet of God… In Maa, I have always felt that trinity, which contains the journey of an ascetic, the symbol of a selfless Karmayogi and a life committed to values.”

With these words on Twitter, Prime Minister Narendra Modi bid adieu to his mother, Hiraben, who passed away on Friday morning (30 December) at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre in Ahmedabad. The 100-year-old had been admitted to the hospital on Wednesday after her health had deteriorated.

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Goa CM condoles death of PM Modi's mother, says she gave 'inspiration of karmayoga' to her son

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben, and said she gave the "inspiration of karmayoga" to her son.

In a tweet, Sawant said, "I am deeply pained by the passing away of Smt. Heera-ba, the mother of our Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji. I express my heartfelt condolences to the Prime Minister and his entire family in this hour of grief."

State Health Minister Vishwajit Rane tweeted, "Words of sympathy feel inadequate in expressing grief and sorrow on hearing the news of the sad demise of Smt. #Heeraben Modi, Mother of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji. With love and remembrance, we share in your sorrow. Our deepest sympathy to you, dear PM. Om shanti."

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Gujarat: PM Modi's mother Hiraben cremated

The mortal remains of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben, who passed away here early on Friday, were consigned to flames at a crematorium in Gandhinagar.

Hiraben died at a hospital in Ahmedabad at 3.30 am.

After learning about her death, the prime minister reached the residence of his brother Pankaj Modi at Raysan village on the outskirts of Gandhinagar, where the mortal remains of their mother were kept.

PM Modi arrived at the airport in Ahmedabad in the morning and went straight to the house of his younger brother. There he offered floral tributes to his mother and bowed down at her feet. Later, PM Modi shouldered her mortal remains on way to the cremation ground for the last rites. Her mortal remains were consigned to flames by the prime minister and his brothers.

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When PM Modi recalled his mother Hiraben's inspiration to have strong resolve and focus on 'garib kalyan'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has often highlighted his mother Hiraben’s influence in shaping his life as he rose from a humble family background to become India’s prime minister.

As Hiraben, who passed away on Friday, entered the 100th year of her life on 18 June this year, PM Modi had penned an emotional and deeply-felt tribute in what is probably his most detailed impression of his mother in the public realm.

In the blog, he had highlighted her sacrifices and various aspects of her life which “shaped” his mind, personality and self-confidence.

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09:39 (IST)

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Hiraben Modi laid to rest in Gandhinagar

#WATCH | Gujarat: Heeraben Modi, mother of PM Modi, laid to rest in Gandhinagar. She passed away at the age of 100, today.

(Source: DD) pic.twitter.com/wqjixwB9o7— ANI (@ANI) December 30, 2022

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'One wishes a mother to be around forever': Deve Gowda condoles demise of PM Modi's mother

Former Prime Minister H D Deve Gowda on Friday condoled the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben and said she lived a full life, but one wishes a mother to be around forever.

Hiraben passed away at a hospital in Ahmedabad on Friday.

"My heartfelt condolences to PM @narendramodi on the passing away of his mother Heeraben Modi. She was a centenarian who lived a full life, but one wishes a mother to be around, forever, to energise and anchor. May God give Shri. Modi the strength to bear the loss. Om Shanti," Gowda said in a tweet.

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My heartfelt condolences to PM @narendramodi on the passing away of his mother Heeraben Modi. She was a centenarian who lived a full life, but one wishes a mother to be around, forever, to energise and anchor. May God give Shri. Modi the strength to bear the loss. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/MvEUowUyPA— H D Devegowda (@H_D_Devegowda) December 30, 2022

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Family urges people to continue with work, says it will be befitting tribute to Hiraben

Family members of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben, who passed away on Friday, have thanked everyone for their prayers and requested people to continue with their scheduled work, saying it would be a befitting tribute to her.

"We thank everyone for their prayers in these tough times. It is our humble request to everyone to keep the departed soul in their thoughts and continue with their pre-decided schedule and commitments. That would be a befitting tribute to Hiraba," family sources said.

Modi will himself attend several development programmes in West Bengal through video-conferencing.

Hiraben passed away at a hospital in Ahmedabad on Friday.

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AP Governor, CM condole demise of PM Modi’s mother Hiraben

Andhra Pradesh Governor Biswa Bhusan Harichandan and Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Friday expressed grief over the demise of Hiraben Modi, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"I convey my heartfelt condolences to Prime Minister Sri Narendra Modi ji, and the bereaved family members and pray Lord Jagannath and Lord Venkateswara, to bless her soul to rest in peace," Harichandan said in a tweet.

The Chief Minister in a statement said he shares the personal grief of Prime Minister Modi and extended his heartfelt condolences on the bereavement.

"My deepest condolences to PM @narendramodi garu. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in these difficult times," Jagan Mohan Reddy tweeted.

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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expresses grief

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge expressed his grief over the demise of PM Narendra Modi and wrote, "Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Smt. Heeraben Modi. My heartfelt condolences to Sri Narendra Modi ji on the loss of his beloved mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family in this hour of grief."

Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Smt. Heeraben Modi.

My heartfelt condolences to Sri @narendramodi ji on the loss of his beloved mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family in this hour of grief.— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) December 30, 2022

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Hiraben's virtuous life inspiration for all, says Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla expressed grief over the passing away of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother and said her virtuous life was an inspiration for all. Birla said a mother is the one who nourishes a person’s life with values. “Hiraben’s virtuous life is an inspiration for all of us,” he said.

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Rahul Gandhi expresses condolences over the demise of Hiraben Modi

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expresses condolences over the demise of Hiraben Modi, mother of PM Modi.

"At this difficult time, I extend my deepest condolences and love to him and his family," Gandhi tweeted.

प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद मोदी जी की माताजी, श्रीमती हीरा बा के निधन का समाचार अत्यंत दुःखद है।

इस मुश्किल समय में, मैं उन्हें और उनके परिजनों को अपनी गहरी संवेदनाएं और प्यार व्यक्त करता हूं।— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 30, 2022

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PM Modi to join scheduled programmes in West Bengal via video conferencing

PM Modi will join today’s scheduled programmes in West Bengal via video conferencing. These programmes include the launch of key connectivity-related projects and the meeting of the National Ganga Council.

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Tributes pour in after death of PM Narendra Modi's mother

After remaining hospitalised for quite some time now, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother Hiraben Modi passed away on Friday in Ahmedabad. Sharing the tragic news on Twitter, PM Modi penned an emotional note and paid a heartfelt tribute to his late mother.

As soon as the news came out, condolences started pouring in from every corner of the country for the Prime Minister and his family.

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MK Stalin expresses condolences over the demise of PM Modi's mother

DMK president and Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu MK Stalin expresses condolences over the demise of PM Modi's mother. "No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss," wrote Stalin.

Dear Prime Minister @NarendraModi,
We all know the emotional bond you had with your beloved mother Hiraba. The grief of losing one's mother is too hard to bear for anyone. I am deeply saddened and no words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. (1/2)— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) December 30, 2022

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Mortal remains of Hiraben Modi brought to a crematorium for last rites

#WATCH | Mortal remains of Heeraben Modi, mother of PM Modi, brought to a crematorium for last rites in Gandhinagar. pic.twitter.com/Nq5Ddw9hTi— ANI (@ANI) December 30, 2022

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi carries the mortal remains of his late mother

#WATCH | Gandhinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi carries the mortal remains of his late mother Heeraben Modi who passed away at the age of 100, today. pic.twitter.com/CWcHm2C6xQ— ANI (@ANI) December 30, 2022

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Mortal remains of Hiraben Modi, mother of PM Modi being taken for the last rites

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BJP leaders pay tributes to PM Modi's mother Hiraben

BJP leaders on Friday paid tributes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother Hiraben, who passed away in Ahmedabad two days after she was hospitalised.

A bulletin from the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre, where she was admitted on Wednesday after her health deteriorated, announced that Hiraben had died on early Friday.

“It is very sad to know about the demise of Prime Minister @narendramodiji's respected Mataji Hira Ba. Mother is the first friend and teacher of a person's life, the pain of losing whom is undoubtedly the biggest pain in the world,” Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted.

Expressing grief, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said mother's demise creates a void in life that is impossible to fill.

Paying tributes, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said it was the values which Hiraben imparted to her family through a difficult life full of struggles that has given the country a leader like Modi.

Her simple and compassionate image will always be with us, he said. 

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PM pays tribute to late mother before final rites

Prime Minister Modi’s mother Hiraben passed away early on Friday morning.

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PM's mother a role model for all, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday expressed deep sadness over the death of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mother and said her sacrificial ascetic life will always be remembered.

In tweets in Hindi, Shah said he was very sad to know about the demise of the prime minister's mother.

The home minister said a mother is the first friend and teacher of a person's life and the pain of losing a mother is undoubtedly the biggest pain in the world. 

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