Shri Modi expresses grief over the passing away of Shiv Sena stalwart Shri Balasaheb Thackeray 

His passing away is the end of an era. He was a great cartoonist, an independent minded journalist and made a mark for himself in the politics of India: Shri Modi 

Balasaheb kept himself away from the trappings of power and as a Sangathak created a mass movement: Shri Modi 

Shri Balasaheb’s demise is a personal loss for me. I have lost a guide: Shri Modi 

On Twitter Shri Modi wrote- Full of life, Balasaheb Thackeray was an epitome of courage & valour. I am grieved to hear about his demise. May his soul rest in peace.

Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his deep condolences on the passing away of Shiv Sena stalwart Shri Balasaheb Thackeray, who breathed his final breath on the afternoon of Saturday 17th November 2012 after a prolonged illness.

Shri Modi said that for the past few days the entire nation has been praying for the good health of Shri Balasaheb Thackeray and he fought like a true warrior for his life but finally we had to loose Balasaheb.

The Chief Minister termed his passing away as the end of an era. He said Shri Balasaheb Thackeray was a great cartoonist, an independent minded journalist and made a mark for himself in the politics of India on the basis of his thoughts.

( Photo Courtesy- DNA )

Shri Modi stated that Shri Balasaheb Thackeray kept himself away from the trappings of power and as a Sangathak created a mass movement and political party. He added that for Shri Balasaheb Thackeray there was no compromise on patriotism or love of the nation and that we have lost a true lover of India.

He said that Shri Balasaheb Thackeray’s loss is as much a personal loss for him. Shri Modi declared that Balasaheb has great love for him and he has lost a guide in the passing away of Shri Balasaheb Thackeray.

The Chief Minister expressed his prayers that God give strength to the Thackeray family in this hour of grief.

Earlier, Shri Modi Tweeted, Full of life, Balasaheb Thackeray was an epitome of courage & valour. I am grieved to hear about his demise. May his soul rest in peace.” 

Shri Modi will be visiting Mumbai to pay his tributes to Shri Balasaheb Thackeray on Sunday 18th November 2012.

Shri Balasaheb Thackeray founded the Shiv Sena in 1966 and since then has been a major figure in the politics of India. His demise will surely be hard to fill.

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PM Modi interacted with BJP booth karyakartas across Assam as a part of the ‘Mera Booth, Sabse Mazboot’ programme via NaMo App. He energised booth-level members and reaffirmed that every booth remains the foundation of the party’s strength and electoral success. He hailed the true spirit of Assam, calling it a powerful force driving BJP’s growth in the Northeast.

Opening the interaction, PM Modi described himself as a karyakarta first, expressing pride in working alongside the grassroots cadre. He lauded booth karyakartas for their tireless dedication, emphasising that their connect with every household is the BJP’s greatest strength. “Booth jeetoge toh chunav jeetoge,” he reiterated.

Highlighting Assam’s transformation over the past decade, PM Modi underlined the shift from instability and violence to peace, progress, and prosperity under the double engine government. He noted that over a dozen key peace agreements have brought lasting stability, especially in regions like Bodoland.

He stressed the importance of educating first-time voters about Assam’s past challenges, urging karyakartas to actively communicate the contrast between earlier regimes marked by unrest and the current era of stability. He encouraged innovative booth-level engagements to emotionally connect with voters while showcasing developmental achievements.

PM Modi also called for focused outreach to beneficiaries of key welfare schemes such as PM Awas Yojana, PM-Kisan, Ujjwala, and others, urging workers to compile beneficiary lists and strengthen direct engagement. He emphasised turning polling day into a Jan Utsav, with collective participation ensuring maximum voter turnout.
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Addressing key regional concerns, PM Modi underscored the importance of protecting Assam’s identity and tackling issues like illegal infiltration, calling it not just a political issue but one of security, culture, and justice. He urged karyakartas to raise awareness at the grassroots and support efforts ensuring the rights and dignity of indigenous communities.

He also highlighted the empowerment of tea garden workers through land rights and welfare schemes, calling it a historic step towards dignity and long-term security for lakhs of families.

Reaffirming the guiding principles of ‘Seva, Sangathan, and Samarpan’, PM Modi said that Assam’s BJP karyakartas embody the true spirit of the organisation.

He concluded with a powerful call to action:“When every booth becomes strong, victory becomes certain, and Assam’s future becomes brighter.”