Tributes pour in for ex-Punjab chief minister and Akali Dal patron Parkash Singh Badal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to former Punjab chief minister Parkash Singh Badal and called his death 'a personal loss'.

'Shri Parkash Singh Badal’s passing away is a personal loss for me. I have interacted closely with him for many decades and learnt so much from him. I recall our numerous conversations, in which his wisdom was always clearly seen. Condolences to his family and countless admirers,' the PM tweeted.

He also called Badal 'a colossal figure of Indian politics'.

'Extremely saddened by the passing away of Shri Parkash Singh Badal Ji. He was a colossal figure of Indian politics, and a remarkable statesman who contributed greatly to our nation. He worked tirelessly for the progress of Punjab and anchored the state through critical times.'

"Badal Sahab was the son of soil who remained connected to his roots, all his life. I fondly remember my interactions with him on several issues. I'm deeply anguished by his demise. His demise is a personal loss to me. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family and supporters. Om Shanti," tweeted Union Minister Rajnath Singh.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also condoled the death of the stalwart politician and wrote 'Received the sad news of the death of former Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal. May Waheguru give place to the departed soul in his feet and give strength to the family to bear the loss.'