Senior lawyer and former Union law minister Ram Jethmalani passes away

Senior lawyer and former Union law minister Ram Jethmalani passed away early on Sunday morning. He was 95 years old. 

Regarded as a top criminal lawyer in India, Jethmalani also served as the Union law minister and the minister of urban development in Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA government.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his tribute to Ram Jethmalani, said: "India has lost an exceptional lawyer and iconic public figure who made rich contributions both in the Court and Parliament."

In the passing away of Shri Ram Jethmalani Ji, India has lost an exceptional lawyer and iconic public figure who made rich contributions both in the Court and Parliament. He was witty, courageous and never shied away from boldly expressing himself on any subject. pic.twitter.com/8fItp9RyTk

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 8, 2019

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu also paid last respect to the veteran lawyer.

Delhi: Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu pays last respects to veteran lawyer and former Union Minister Ram Jethmalani. He passed away this morning at the age of 95. pic.twitter.com/gfmKtjOmbL

— ANI (@ANI) September 8, 2019