Mumbai: As the news of former Union Minister and veteran BJP leader Arun Jaitley’s demise broke out, a string of famous personalities including Amitabh Bachchan, Lata Mangeshkar, Anil Kapoor and Ajay Devgnn took to social media to share condolences.
Jaitley passed away at AIIMS Saturday after prolonged illness. He was 66.
He had been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) August 9 after he complained of breathlessness. His condition steadily deteriorated, and he was put on life support. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stalwart underwent dialysis on Thursday.
Here’s what the celebrities tweeted:
.. an amiable soul .. considerate and ever friendly .. prayers and condolences ..🙏🏻 https://t.co/iR90rWEfBe
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) August 24, 2019
An affectionate, caring younger brother who was good guide to me in politics. You will be missed Jaitley saab 🙏 pic.twitter.com/imQvip6Coi
— Dharmendra Deol (@aapkadharam) August 25, 2019
Lata Mangeshkar: Deeply saddened by the sad demise of Arun Jaitleyji. A dynamic leader, a thorough gentleman and our former Finance Minister. Very kindly, he had come over to meet me and we spoke for a long time. Will cherish those memories. Heartfelt condolences to the family.
Anil Kapoor: Met Shri Arun Jaitleyji almost 20 years back for the first time & have been his admirer ever since. His demise is a huge loss for our nation. Will be truly missed. My heartfelt condolences to the family.
Met Shri #ArunJaitley Ji almost 20 years back for the first time & have been his admirer ever since.
His demise is a huge loss for our nation.
Will be truly missed.
My heartfelt condolences to the family. 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/XsBXwQnpj0— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) August 24, 2019
Ajay Devgn: Deeply saddened by Arun Jaitleyji’s demise. Admired his dynamic vision for India; he was a leader I’m happy to have interacted with. My thoughts are with his family in their hour of grief. RIP Arunji.
Deeply saddened by Arun Jaitleyji’s demise. Admired his dynamic vision for India; he was a leader I'm happy to have interacted with. My thoughts are with his family in their hour of grief. RIP Arunji🙏
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) August 24, 2019
Sunny Deol: Nation loses another great leader.Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Arun Jaitley.
Nation loses another great leader.Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.#ArunJaitley pic.twitter.com/RXGw1bWDLP
— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) August 24, 2019
Nimrat Kaur: Deepest condolences and heartfelt grief on the passing of Arun Jaitleyji. Never had the opportunity to meet him but always felt great fortune in sharing the same college as him. His contributions and remarkable legacy remain exemplary for generations to come. RIP Arun Jaitley.
Riteish Deshmukh: Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri Arun Jaitleyji… deepest condolences to the family and loved ones.
Deeply saddened by the passing away of Shri #ArunJaitley ji… deepest condolences to the family & loved ones. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/hhxcbj9C03
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) August 24, 2019
Vivek Agnihotri: Always a winner. And humble. This photo after his victory in DU elections. Arun Jaitley.
Karan Johar:
https://twitter.com/karanjohar/status/1165163163035324417
@arunjaitley was a brilliant man and a great leader. I had huge respect for him. His policies were thoughtful and were aimed at building a greater India. This is a great loss for our Nation. My prayers and thoughts to his family. 🇮🇳 🙏 #rip
— Sonam K Ahuja (@sonamakapoor) August 24, 2019