Condoling the demise of former union minister and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) leader E. Ahamed, President Pranab Mukherjee on Wednesday said the former was a tireless campaigner for the welfare of underprivileged, adding that his services to the nation would be long remembered.
“Heartfelt condolences over sad demise of IUML President, former Minister and MP, #EAhamed, who was a friend and colleague of long years,” President Mukherjee tweeted.
“EAhamed was a tireless campaigner for welfare of underprivileged, his services to the nation will be long remembered,” he added.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Finance Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders have also condoled the demise of Ahamed.
Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi and party leader Ahmed Patel have also condoled Ahamed’s demise.
