Rich tributes pour in for former External Affairs Minister

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru

Condolence messages poured in from across the country following the death of former External Affairs Minister and Karnataka Chief Minister S M Krishna on Tuesday. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed sorrow over the demise of former External Affairs Minister Krishna and said his contributions to the development of Karnataka and EAM will be vividly remembered. In a post on 'X', he said, "Deeply saddened by the passing away of former EAM S M Krishna." Posting a photo of him with Krishna, Jaishankar fondly recalled his many interactions with him during his term as EAM. "His contributions to the development of Karnataka and as EAM will be vividly remembered. Condolences to his family. Om Shanti," he said.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said former Karnataka CM Krishna has left behind a rich legacy of statesmanship and public service. In a post on 'X', she said she was "deeply saddened" by the passing of S M Krishna. "He made invaluable contributions to public life, serving with distinction as Chief Minister and Union Minister of External Affairs.

He has left behind a rich legacy of Statesmanship and Public Service," she added. Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot in a post on 'X', said, "Krishna's immense contributions to the development of Karnataka and the nation are unforgettable." Former BJP Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa also condoled Krishna's demise.