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Sheila Dikshit passes away; news updates: “I knew her (Sheila Dikshit) even before she entered politics, it’s a great loss to the nation, they have lost an able administrator and a fine leader,” former President Pranab Mukherjee told ANI. Senior Congress leader and three-time former Delhi chief minister Sheila Dikshit passed away on Saturday afternoon at a private hospital in New Delhi after suffering a cardiac arrest, doctors said. She was 81. Dikshit breathed her last at 3.55 pm at Fortis Escorts Heart Institute. She was brought to the hospital on Saturday morning in a “critical condition with cardiac arrest”, a Fortis Escorts statement said. “A multi-disciplinary team of doctors, led by Dr Ashok Seth, Chairman, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, carried out the advanced resuscitative measures. Her condition stabilised temporarily. However, she had another cardiac arrest and despite all the resuscitative efforts, passed away at 3:55pm on July 20, 2019,” it said. The Delhi unit of the Congress said that her body has been kept at her Nizamuddin East residence and the last rites would be performed on Sunday at the Nigambodh ghat. Dikshit was president of Delhi Congress. She served as Delhi’s chief minister for 15 years from 1998-2013 and also served as the governor of Kerala. She unsuccessfully fought the recent Lok Sabha elections from the North-East Delhi constituency. She represented New Delhi constituency in Delhi Vidhan Sabha. Dikshit became an MP for the first time from Kannauj Lok Sabha seat in Uttar Pradesh in 1984. She was also a close associate of former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi and a minister in his cabinet. President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal were among those who condoled her death. Kovind said Dikshit’s term in office was a period of momentous transformation for the capital for which she will be remembered. Naidu termed her a good administrator. Condoling the demise of Dikshit, Modi said she made a noteworthy contribution to Delhi’s development. “Deeply saddened by the demise of Sheila Dikshit Ji. Blessed with a warm and affable personality, she made a noteworthy contribution to Delhi’s development,” he tweeted. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said he was devastated to hear the news. He called her a “beloved daughter of the Congress Party, with whom I shared a close personal bond”. He said she served “selflessly as a three-term chief minister”. Kejriwal said Dikshit’s death is a huge loss for Delhi and her contribution will always be remembered. Former prime minister Manmohan Singh said the country has lost a dedicated Congress leader of the masses. With inputs from agencies
Sheila Dikshit passes away; news updates: Nation lost an able administrator and fine leader, says former president Pranab Mukherjee
Former chief minister of Delhi and Delhi Congress president Sheila Dikshit passed away in Delhi on Saturday at the age of 81 after a long illness.
 "Sheila Dikshit passes away; news updates: Nation lost an able administrator and fine leader, says former president Pranab Mukherjee")
Nation lost an able administrator and a fine leader: Pranab Mukherjee
“I knew Sheila Dikshit even before she entered politics, it’s a great loss to the nation, they have lost an able administrator and a fine leader,” former President Pranab Mukherjee told ANI.
Actress Sharmila Tagore pays respects to former Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit
Delhi: Actress Sharmila Tagore pays respects to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit at the latter's residence in Nizamuddin. Dikshit, 81, passed away due to cardiac arrest, earlier today. pic.twitter.com/zCMGrfOBAK
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh pays respects to veteran Congress leader Sheila Dikshit
Delhi: Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh lays wreath & pays respects to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit at the latter's residence in Nizamuddin. Dikshit, 81, passed away due to cardiac arrest, earlier today. pic.twitter.com/N1Vra29yUc
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Inspite of being a politician, Sheila Dikshit gave prime importance to human sentiments: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
आदरणीय श्रीमती शीला दीक्षित जी ममतत्व की प्रतिमूर्ति थी| उन्होंने एक राजनेता होते हुये भी मानवीय संवेदनाओं को सर्वोपरि रखा| देश उन्हें ममतत्वपूर्ण विकास के लिए हमेशा याद रखेगा|#SheilaDixitJi #SheilaDikshit @LokSabhaSectt pic.twitter.com/n7VurJU0Jh
— Lok Sabha Speaker (@loksabhaspeaker) July 20, 2019
Former President Pranab Mukherjee pays tribute to veteran Congress leader Sheila Dikshit
Delhi: Former President Pranab Mukherjee pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, who passed away today, due to cardiac arrest. pic.twitter.com/DGwf4KCgbF
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit
Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, who passed away today, due to cardiac arrest. pic.twitter.com/CcfGLpZpts
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia pay tribute to veteran Congress leader Sheila Dikshit
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal & Deputy CM Manish Sisodia pay tribute to Sheila Dikshit, who passed away today, due to cardiac arrest. pic.twitter.com/4Pu5DHQR7r
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Deeply saddened by the demise of former Chief Minister of Delhi Sheila Dikshit : Najma Heptulla
Deeply saddened by the demise of former Chief Minister of Delhi #SheilaDikshit Ji. Condolences to her family and friends.
— Najma Heptulla (@nheptulla) July 20, 2019
Whenever people will talk of a developing Delhi, her name will be remembered: Sandeep Dikshit, son of ex-Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit
Sandeep Dikshit, son of former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit: My mother passed away, it's natural that I'll miss her. The pain of losing a mother cannot be erased. Whenever, people will talk of a developed & growing Delhi, Sheila ji's name will be remembered. pic.twitter.com/hEl9DJiDne
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
BJP Delhi President Manoj Tiwari pays tribute to veteran Congress leader Sheila Dikshit
BJP MP & BJP Delhi President, Manoj Tiwari pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit who passed away today, due to a cardiac arrest. pic.twitter.com/Tg0affJdMx
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla: Sheila Dikhshit ji was a motherly figure, as a social & a political worker her contribution was immense to Delhi and the country; whole country is sad over her demise. pic.twitter.com/hWSgkvWsg4
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Sheila Dikshit’s residence
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit who passed away today, due to a cardiac arrest. pic.twitter.com/hQORb3CSFv
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi pays tribute to veteran Congress leader Sheila Dikshit
Delhi: UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi pays tribute to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit. pic.twitter.com/FxKxCCT48J
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Void in everyone who pursues path of public service: Jyotiraditya Scindia
“A void has been created in everyone who pursues the path of public service She was my ideal,” CNN News18 quoted Jyotiraditya Scindia as saying.
Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Ahmed Patel arrive at Sheila Dikshit’s residence
CNN News18 reported that senior Congress leaders including Sonia Gandhi, Ahmed Patel have reached former Delhi chief minister Sheila Dikshit’s residence in Nizamuddin.
Sheila Dikshit was well managed by team of doctors: Dr Ashok Seth, Director, Escorts Fortis Hospital
Dr Ashok Seth, Director, Escorts Fortis: #SheilaDikshit was managed well by a team of doctors. At 3:15 pm she again suffered a cardiac arrest. She was put on ventilator and at 3:55 pm she passed away peacefully
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit brought that rare calmness to the turbulent world of politics: Assam minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
I am deeply anguished to learn of the demise of Smt #SheilaDikshit. A woman so full of humility and charm, all my career I looked upto her and drew inspiration. She brought that rare calmness to the turbulent world of politics!
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) July 20, 2019
It's a painful loss. I am sad! pic.twitter.com/he2fueYFPO
BJP leader Vijay Goel pays tribute to Sheila Dikshit at her Nizamuddin residence
Delhi: BJP leader Vijay Goel pays tribute to Former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit at her residence in Nizamuddin. #SheilaDikshit pic.twitter.com/aOJAJEKehY
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit’s last rites to be held at Nigambodh Ghat tomorrow
ANI reports that the former Delhi chief minister’s last rited will be held at Nigambodh Ghat on Sunday. Her mortal remains will be kept for people to pay tributes at her residence in Nizamuddin till 11.30 am tomorrow.
Sheila Dikshit made Delhi a beautiful city: Mallikarjun Kharge
“Sheila Dikshit ji was a very experienced politician. I knew her since 1974-75,” said Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge.
“We used to meet often in governor’s house. She was committed to solving people’s grievances. She ruled as Delhi chief minister for 15 years, making it a beautiful city. During her tenure, a lot of developmental works took place,” he added.
Delhi govt to declare two-day state mourning: Manish Sisodia
Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia: Delhi government has decided to declare 2-day state mourning over the demise of former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit. pic.twitter.com/z1BFkak4l5
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit will be remembered for her works: Arun Jaitley
Saddened to know about the demise of Sheila Dikshit Ji, senior leader of congress party. Condolences to bereaved family members and supporters. She will be remembered for her works. May God render peace to the departed soul. Om Shanti.
— Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit always maintained good relations with me: Mamata Banerjee
Deeply saddened at the passing of Sheila Dikshit Ji. When I became MP, she was the Parliamentary Affairs Minister. She always maintained good relations with me. We will all really miss her
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) July 20, 2019
Mortal remains of Sheila Dikshit brought to her residence
Delhi: Mortal remains of Former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit brought to her residence in Nizamuddin. pic.twitter.com/NRR8eBlvIr
— ANI (@ANI) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit’s mortal remains brought to her residence in New Delhi
According to CNN-News18, Dikshit’s mortal remains will be taken to the Congress headquarters on Sunday. Congress is also making arrangements for her funeral.
Country has lost a dedicated Congress leader of the masses: Manmohan Singh
“I’m shocked to hear the sudden passing away of Sheila Dikshit. In her death, the country has lost a dedicated Congress leader of the masses. People of Delhi will always remember her contribution to Delhi’s development during her tenure as chief minister for three terms,” ANI quoted former prime minister Manmohan Singh as saying.
Sheila Dikshit was a tall Congress leader known for her congenial nature: Rajnath Singh
The passing away of former Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Sheila Dixit is deeply saddening. She was a tall Congress leader known for her congenial nature.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 20, 2019
Sheilaji was widely respected cutting across party lines. My thoughts are with her bereaved family & supporters. Om Shanti!
We were opponents in politics but friends in personal life: Sushma Swaraj
I am sorry to know about the sudden demise of Sheila Dixit ji. We were opponents in politics but friends in personal life. She was a fine human being. #SheilaDixit
— Sushma Swaraj (@SushmaSwaraj) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit was doing her duty till the last minute: Mani Shankar Aiyar
“She rose to her requirement. Her family can have the satisfaction that she was doing her duty till the last minute,” said Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar.
Sheila Dikshit’s term in office was period of momentous transformation for capital: President Ram Nath Kovind
Sad to hear of the passing of Smt Sheila Dikshit, former Chief Minister of Delhi and a senior political figure. Her term in office was a period of momentous transformation for the capital for which she will be remembered. Condolences to her family and associates #PresidentKovind
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit’s heart was always set on working for the people: Sachin Pilot
Saddened to hear that Smt Sheila Dikshit has passed away, a true congressperson she worked tirelessly building Delhi into a world class city, yet her heart was always set on working for the people, a loss for India, my condolences to the family & prayers for the departed soul pic.twitter.com/FCugKnMAvN
— Sachin Pilot (@SachinPilot) July 20, 2019
Sheila_ji_ always used to treat us like a mother: Shahnawaz Hussain
“Sheila_ji_ always used to treat us like a mother. Despite political differences, her relations with all politicians were great. There has not been even one Eid in which I have not met her,” Shahnawaz Hussain, BJP leader, said.
She was a very big Congress leader: Priyanka Gandhi
“She used to be very loving and used to hug me whenever I met her. She was a very big Congress leader. Her contributions to the party and the country are huge,” said Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi.
I cannot believe Sheila ji is no more with us: Manoj Tiwari
“I am astonished. I just cannot believe that Sheila ji is no more with us. The party has decided to cancel all events. I had just met Sheila ji,” said Delhi BJP president Manoj Tiwari.
“She had welcomed me like a child when I had gone to meet her,” he further said.
Sheila Dikshit was like an elder sister to me: Amarinder Singh
Extremely pained at the sudden death of Sheila Dikshit ji. A political era has passed away with her. Had known her for 40 years. She was like an elder sister to me, guiding and supporting me in my difficult moments. I will miss you Sheila ji. RIP.
— Capt.Amarinder Singh (@capt_amarinder) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit was a beloved daughter of the Congress party: Rahul Gandhi
Sheila Dikshit transformed the face of Delhi: Congress
We regret to hear of the passing of Smt Sheila Dikshit. Lifelong congresswoman and as three time CM of Delhi she transformed the face of Delhi. Our condolences to her family and friends. Hope they find strength in this time of grief. pic.twitter.com/oNHy23BpAL
— Congress (@INCIndia) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit’s demise is a huge loss for Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has cancelled his trip to Vaishno Devi in light of the demise of Sheila Dikshit.
Just now got to know about the extremely terrible news about the passing away of Mrs Sheila Dikshit ji. It is a huge loss for Delhi and her contribution will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to her family members. May her soul rest in peace
— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit was blessed with a warm and affable personality: Narendra Modi
Deeply saddened by the demise of Sheila Dikshit Ji. Blessed with a warm and affable personality, she made a noteworthy contribution to Delhi’s development. Condolences to her family and supporters. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/jERrvJlQ4X
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 20, 2019
Sheila Dikshit was one of the tallest leaders in Congress: Mehbooba Mufti
Shocked to hear about the sudden demise of Smt Sheila Dixit. She was one of the tallest leaders in Congress & transformed Delhi in her tenure as CM. My deepest condolences to her family & loved ones.
— Mehbooba Mufti (@MehboobaMufti) July 20, 2019
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