Modi extends condolences over passing of Samy Vellu

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his deep grief over the passing of former MIC president and the first Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awardee from Malaysia, S Samy Vellu, early today.

Modi, in extending his condolences to the bereaved family, in his tweet said: "Saddened by the passing away of S Samy Vellu, former cabinet minister of Malaysia and the first Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awardee from Malaysia. Heartfelt condolences to his family. Om Shanti."

Samy Vellu died at about 7am today...