Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the demise of former External Affairs Minister Natawar Singh and said he made a rich contribution to the world of diplomacy and foreign policy.
In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Pained by the passing away of Shri Natwar Singh Ji. He made rich contributions to the world of diplomacy and foreign policy. He was also known for his intellect as well as prolific writing. My thoughts are with his family and admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti.”
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge also condoled the passing away of Natwar Singh and said, “Our deepest condolences on the passing away of Former Union Minister, Shri K. Natwar Singh ji.”
An acclaimed intellectual and a Padma Bhushan recipient, he made a profound contribution to India’s diplomacy and external affairs, he said in a post on X. “Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and followers”, he added.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in a post on X mourned the passing of former External Affairs Minister Natwar Singh. He said, “Though I had not met him for some years, I have long admired his erudition, diplomatic savvy, and literary sensibilities. Few in politics or government read as widely as he did or had as sharp command of language and nuance. Hard to imagine another like him emerging in our political space today.”
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, taking to X, condoled the demise of former EAM Natwar Singh and said: “Deeply saddened by the passing away of K Natwar Singh, distinguished diplomat and former External Affairs Minister. His many contributions include a vital role in the July 2005 India – US nuclear deal. His writings, especially on China, provided valuable insights into our diplomacy. Condolences to his family. Om Shanti.”
Senior Advocate in Supreme Court, Pradeep Rai, extended his condolences on the demise of former EAM Natwar Singh and said it was a great loss not only a personal one but also a profound loss for the nation.
“I have fond memories of his wisdom and knowledge. His contributions to our country will always be remembered and cherished”, he added.
Veteran Congress leader and former External Affairs Minister K Natwar Singh passed away on Saturday night following a prolonged illness. He was 93 years old.
The External Affairs Minister, who served in 2004-05 in Manmohan Singh’s government, died at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, where he had been receiving treatment for a few weeks.
Born in 1931 in Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district, Natwar Singh was a diplomat before he joined politics.