Karunanidhi's Demise that has Left Void in Nation

The news on the passing away of Kalaignar Karunanidhi has left a monumental loss to the Country’s political landscape. Renowned for his incredible leadership skills, Karunanidhi served a DMK President and a five-time Tamil Nadu Chief Minister. He will be heartily remembered for his contribution to the national politics, cinema industry and the community welfare at large.

After a reportedly long illness, the former Chief Minister gave his final breath at the Kauvery Hospital on the wee hours on Tuesday morning. Kalaignar’s demise has left an ineffaceable mark on the Tamil society and the Tamil Nadu State. Various leaders from the political spectrum have sent their condolences to the bereaved family and friends. Most elite leaders including PM Modi have mentioned Chief Karunanidhi as a prolific thinker, generous and deep-rooted mass leader who fought for national progress and regional aspirations. The world will especially remember this departed soul due to his strong commitments to democratic prototypes and his steadfast opposition to the Emergency.

Throughout his life, the late Karunanidhi served all his people with love and dignity. His understanding of humanity and leadership gave him an added advantage that saw him appointed five times for the same leadership position. His thoughts and fight for equality among the marginalized put him in the spotlight as a caring and mindful leader of his time.

The saddening news has tinted the various News Channels and has awaked mixed reactions among various people across the world. Residents and countless fans have also flocked to social media to pass their condolences to the family and loved ones. NRI’s can follow up the news live on Thanthi TV Live through YuppTV.

As grief continues to unfold following the sudden death of Karunanidhi, controversy erupts as the state government denies DMK’s demand for giving space for a decent burial of the deceased at the renowned Marina Beach. Violence broke out outside the Kauvery Hospital after such news was disclosed to the public. A special hearing sought at the high court is to be heard on the 8th of August. The central government, has, however; decided to accord an iconic state funeral to M. Karunanidhi where the National flag will fly at half-mast on Wednesday in all the state capitals and across the Tamil Nadu as a mark of respect and decent send off to the late Chief Minister.