Former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj died at the AIIMS on Tuesday night following cardiac arrest. The veteran Bharatiya Janata Party leader was brought to AIIMS in a critical condition after suffering a heart attack but soon passed away. She was 67.
Her body has been taken to her residence at 6, Jantar Mantar from the AIIMS. Her mortal remains would be kept at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters from 11 AM to 1 PM so that people can pay their last respects. Her last rites will be performed at the Lodhi crematorium with full state honour.
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“The nation has lost a remarkable leader. To me, it is an irreparable loss and I will miss Sushmaji’s presence immensely. May her soul rest in peace. My heartfelt condolences to Swaraj ji, Bansuri & all members of her family. Om Shanti,” tweeted Senior BJP leader LK Advani.
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