Kohima, December 6 (MExN): Chief Minister of Nagaland, TR Zeliang and NLA Speaker, Chotisuh Sazo today expressed grief and sadness at the demise of Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, on December 5 night. In a condolence message, Zeliang stated that Jayalalithaa’s meteoric rise in the political firmament of the southern part of the country within a few years of being introduced to politics was all due to her charisma, combined with her strong determination to work for the welfare of the common people, especially the lower section of the society. “Early on in her career, she not only became the leader of the people, but also came to be identified as the motherly figure... Her importance in the regional politics soon made her a powerful force to be reckoned with even at the national level, given the fact that in due course of time regional politics began to dominate the national political scene as well.” Acknowledging that the passing away of the iconic figure is not only a loss to her political party and followers, but also to the entire nation, the CM said women throughout the country have also lost a great personality. On behalf of the people of Nagaland, Zeliang joined the State of Tamil Nadu and the nation in mourning the death of the legendary political leader. He prayed to the Almighty to grant solace and comfort to the near and dear ones of the deceased. A separate condolence message from Sazo stated that Jayalalithaa was admired by all for her courage, conviction, dynamism, wisdom and her bold administration. “Her contributions have brightened the lives of millions of people of the country for the last more than three decades,” he said. Sazo further maintained that in her death, the State of Tamil Nadu in particular and the country as a whole has lost an unparalleled leader. The Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) Speaker on behalf of the members of the NLA also conveyed heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved family.
