Tributes Pour in for Former West Bengal CM Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee passed away at the age of 80. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath expressed his condolences. Bhattacharjee, known for industrial efforts, died in his Kolkata home. He confined himself post 2011 election defeat. Survived by wife Mira and daughter Suchetana.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday expressed his sorrow over the demise of former West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, who passed away at his Kolkata residence.

''Deeply saddened to hear that former West Bengal chief minister, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee has left for his heavenly abode. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and supporters and pray to Lord Ram to grant peace to the departed soul and strength to his family to bear this loss. Om Shanti,'' Adityanath posted on X.

Bhattacharjee, a prominent CPI(M) leader, was lauded for his efforts to bring industry to West Bengal. He passed away at the age of 80 due to age-related ailments. His death occurred at 8:30 am in his two-room apartment, where he had been living in seclusion following his defeat in the 2011 assembly elections, which marked the end of the 34-year-long Left Front government in the state.

He is survived by his wife Mira and daughter Suchetana. Bhattacharjee held the office of chief minister from 2000 to 2011.

(With inputs from agencies.)