Mamata, Abhishek condole Yechury's death

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has condoled the death of Yechury, calling it a loss to national politics.

"Sad to know that Sri Sitaram Yechury has passed away. I knew the veteran parliamentarian that he was and his demise will be a loss for national politics. I express my condolences to his family, friends and colleagues," she posted on X.

TMC national general secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee also condoled Yechury's death and said his understanding of public policy and keen insight into parliamentary affairs were truly remarkable.

"Sad to hear about the passing of veteran CPI(M) leader Sitaram Yechury. While our political ideologies often clashed, I had the privilege of interacting with him during several opposition meetings over the last couple of years. His simplicity, profound understanding of public policy and keen insight into parliamentary affairs were truly remarkable. My thoughts are with his family, friends and all those who admired him. May his soul find peace. Om Shanti!" he posted on X.