INDIA bloc leaders hailed Sitaram Yechury as the unifying force in forming the alliance at a condolence meeting. Participants included notable figures such as Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, who expressed their respect and cited Yechury’s significant influence on the political landscape in recent years.

Rahul Gandhi described Yechury as a bridge between the Congress and other parties, highlighting his flexibility and ability to understand diverse political perspectives. Mallikarjun Kharge credited Yechury for being instrumental in the formation of the INDIA alliance, highlighting his pivotal role.

Farooq Abdullah and Prakash Karat highlighted Yechury’s contributions to secular and democratic forces. Brinda Karat and other leaders also recognized his lifelong commitment to Marxism and his efforts to unify different political ideologies under the INDIA bloc. Economist Prabhat Patnaik and social activist Teesta Setalvad were among others who paid tribute.