As India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes his tour around Punjab today, he took some time to offer his condolences and expressed his dismay over hearing news of Lee Kuan Yew's passing. "A far-sighted statesman" and "a lion among leaders" were among the praises Modi heaped on Lee, posted on his Twitter account.
A far-sighted statesman &a lion among leaders, Mr Lee Kuan Yew's life teaches valuable lessons to everyone. News of his demise is saddening
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 23, 2015
In this hour of bereavement, our prayers are with Mr. Lee Kuan Yew's family and the people of Singapore. May his soul rest in peace.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 23, 2015
Photo: Narendra Modi via Flickr
As India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes his tour around Punjab today, he took some time to offer his condolences and expressed his dismay over hearing news of Lee Kuan Yew's passing. "A far-sighted statesman" and "a lion among leaders" were among the praises Modi heaped on Lee, posted on his Twitter account.
A far-sighted statesman &a lion among leaders, Mr Lee Kuan Yew's life teaches valuable lessons to everyone. News of his demise is saddening
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 23, 2015
In this hour of bereavement, our prayers are with Mr. Lee Kuan Yew's family and the people of Singapore. May his soul rest in peace.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 23, 2015
Photo: Narendra Modi via Flickr