Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former Minister of External Affairs, Sushma Swaraj passed away on August 6 Tuesday. She was hospitalized at All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS Delhi). Sushma Swaraj, 67, died of a heart attack. She was known to be one of the most fierce Indian female politicians and her sudden demise has come as a shock to many. Sushma Swaraj Dies at AIIMS, Former External Affairs Minister Suffers Heart Attack
She served as the Minister of External Affairs from May 26, 2014, to May 30, 2019. The news of her death has saddened Indian politicians and also eminent personalities from other fields including Sports and Entertainment. Bollywood celebrities have now taken to social media to express their grief over the passing of such a powerful leader of Indian politics. Here are some of the tweets from celebrities who are saddened with her demise. Sushma Swaraj Dies at 67, Netizens Mourn The Death of Twitter's Favourite Politician.
Anushka Sharma
Saddened to hear about the sudden demise of Sushma Swaraj ji . May her soul rest in peace 🙏
— Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) August 6, 2019
Javed Akhtar
Deeply saddened by Sushma ji’s demise.The Music Fraternity will be indebted to her for magnificent defence of their rights in the Lok Sabha . You were an exceptional person Sushmaji. We will always remain thankful to you.
— Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) August 6, 2019
Karan Johar
#RIPSushmaSwarajJi ...an amazing leader, orator and minister..... condolences to the family...🙏🙏🙏
— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) August 6, 2019
Parineeti Chopra:
I hail from Ambala Cantt, same as Sushma Swaraj ji. Always felt proud that a woman from our small town made it big, and made a difference. Sushma ji rest in peace. You inspired me on a personal level. #RIPSushmaSwarajJi
— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) August 6, 2019
Swara Bhasker:
RIP #SushmaSwaraj ji. She epitomised dignity, commitment to democratic norms, grace in politics. A brilliant parliamentarian, a fine bilingual orator, a humane foreign minister- she was inspiring. I differed with her ideology, but greatly admired her resolve & work ethic. 🙏🏿🙏🏿
— Swara Bhasker (@ReallySwara) August 6, 2019
Ekta Kapoor:
In my younger years I got so much support from Shushma ji ! I still have pictures with her giving me my first award all over my office!gutted sad at d loss of a lady who taught me my first lesson... women should help women grow ! Thanku n rip shushmaji #RIPSushmaSwarajJi https://t.co/tyAHCa3vYf
— Ekta Kapoor (@ektaravikapoor) August 6, 2019
Riteish Deshmukh:
You stood tall amongst giants... #SushmaSwaraj ji .. we will miss you #WomanPower 🙏🏽🙏🏽 #Respect #Rip pic.twitter.com/KVXjbCDiXB
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 6, 2019
A huge loss for India- An outstanding orator, an absolute patriot, a tall leader @SushmaSwaraj Ji is no more. As an Ext Affairs minister she was always accessible to every Indian who was in need of help. My deepest condolences to the family, loved ones & millions of followers https://t.co/FuHNbQMOGX
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 6, 2019
Sunny Deol:
My sincere condolences on passing away of #Sushmaswaraj ji. One of the finest leader of our country.She was special and we will miss her.Sending my prayers to family and friends. pic.twitter.com/BeYy6S9TmN
— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) August 6, 2019
Vivek Agnihotri:
Great student leader.
Great youngest Minister
Great party worker.
Great foreign minister.
Great parliamentarian.
Great fighter.
Great survivor.
Great patriot.
Great friend.
Great wife.
Great mother.
Great human being.
— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) August 6, 2019
Shabana Azmi:
Deeply saddened that Sushma Swaraj has passed away.Inspite of political differences we had an extremely cordial relationship. I was 1 of her Navratans as she called us during her I and B ministership and she gave industry status to film. Articulate sharp and accessible. RIP
— Azmi Shabana (@AzmiShabana) August 6, 2019
Ayushmann Khurrana:
#SushmaSwaraj ji, may your soul rest in peace. 🙏🏻
— Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) August 6, 2019
Sophie Choudhary:
Extremely sad to hear of the demise of #sushmaswaraj ji. An absolute powerhouse yet seemed so warm & humble! Poised & dignified, she was a leader I admired. Thank you for all your years of service to this nation. Rest in Peace🙏🏼😞 #RIPSushmaJi pic.twitter.com/cqTVfGliTP
— Sophie C (@Sophie_Choudry) August 6, 2019
Javed Akhtar:
Deeply saddened by Sushma ji’s demise.The Music Fraternity will be indebted to her for magnificent defence of their rights in the Lok Sabha . You were an exceptional person Sushmaji. We will always remain thankful to you.
— Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) August 6, 2019
Prasoon Joshi:
#SushmaSwaraj -a true leader a powerful orator a gentle soul. You have gone too soon. Deeply saddened.Value and will cherish the moments spent learning from you.🙏🏼
— Prasoon Joshi (@prasoonjoshi_) August 6, 2019
Film and television producer Ekta Kapoor remembered the time Swaraj had awarded her. She shared that it was Swaraj who had taught her the very first lesson that women should help women grow in an emotional tweet. Stay tuned for more celebrity reactions.
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