Sitaram Yechury's Death: A Loss to Indian Politics
Sitaram Yechury Death News
Veteran CPM leader Sitaram Yechury passed away at the age of 72 after a prolonged illness. He was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi on August 19 with pneumonia. AIIMS confirmed that Yechury's family donated his body for teaching and research purposes.
A Prominent Figure in Indian Politics
Born on August 12, 1952, in Chennai, Yechury was a pivotal figure in Indian politics. His strategic approach to coalition politics and commitment to Marxism were widely recognized. Yechury began his political journey in 1974, joining the Students' Federation of India (SFI), where he climbed the ranks to become the President of the JNU Students' Union three times.
- Member of the Central Committee of CPI(M) since 1984
- Politburo member for over three decades
- General Secretary of CPI(M) from 2015
Impact and Legacy
Yechury served as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha from West Bengal from 2005 to 2017. His death has prompted condolences from political figures, including Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, who called him "a protector of the Idea of India with a deep understanding of our country." West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee referred to Yechury's passing as a significant loss for national politics.
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