New Delhi, August 24: Former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi on Saturday condoled the death of former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, who passed away following a prolonged illness at AIIMS here. Arun Jaitley Dies: Harsh Vardhan Lays Wreath on Mortal Remains on Behalf of PM Narendra Modi.

"I am sorry to hear about Arun Jaitley's passing. My condolences to his family and friends. May he rest in peace," Gandhi tweeted.

Arun Jaitley Dies Aged 66: Former Union Minister & Senior BJP leader Passes Away at AIIMS.

Jaitley, 66, passed away on Saturday afternoon at All India Institute of Medical Sciences where he was admitted since August 9. He was admitted to hospital after he complained of breathlessness.

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