President Condoles Passing Away of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister

The President of India, Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil has condoled the passing of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.

In a condolence message, from Moscow where she is currently on a State Visit to Russia, the President has said, " Dr. Y.S. Rajashekhar Reddy was a dynamic Chief Minister who always worked for the welfare of the people of Andhra Pradesh. I had the opportunity to interact with him on a number of occasions. During our interactions his deep commitment to the development of Andhra Pradesh, its rural areas and the weaker sections of society and the empowerment of women was always evident.

In his sudden demise, the people of Andhra Pradesh and indeed the nation have lost a dynamic leader. His loss shall be deeply felt."

This release issued at 1615 hrs IST.