New Delhi: August 6 marks the first death anniversary of former Union Foreign Affairs Minister, Sushma Swaraj, who passed away on this day in 2019. Known for her charismatic personality and her connect with the people, Swaraj was one of India’s favorite Foreign Ministers to date.
Swaraj’s stature as a national leader gained prominence when she started reaching out to people’s calls for help especially those in stress in foreign countries.
Twitter users on Thursday remembered the late BJP leader and first woman Chief Minister of Delhi on her first death anniversary and paid tribute to her. Leaders of several other parties also took to their official twitter handles and raised above party lines to remember Sushma Swaraj. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, Union Home Minister Amit Shah,
Here are some of the tweets from the campaign:
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Remembering Sushma Ji on her first Punya Tithi. Her untimely and unfortunate demise left many saddened. She served India selflessly and was an articulate voice for India at the world stage.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 6, 2020
Here is what I had spoken at a prayer meet in her memory. https://t.co/nHIXCw469P
A year later, remembering #SushmaSwaraj with respect & affection. Om Shanti. https://t.co/E15diqHbJc
— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) August 6, 2020
Tributes to Sushma Swaraj ji on her punyatithi.
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) August 6, 2020
Sushma ji was a towering figure of Indian polity, an outstanding parliamentarian and a brilliant orator who dedicated her entire life in the service of the nation. Her ideals will continue to inspire the generations to come.
Remembering & paying my respects to one the most dynamic leaders of our country Aadarniya #SushmaSwaraj ji on her 1st death anniversary.
— Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit) August 6, 2020
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What is secularism? Hear out #SushmaSwaraj's speech in Parliament.
— Nidhi Taneja (India TV) (@nidhiindiatv) August 6, 2020
Remembering #SushmaSwaraj on her first death anniversary. My forever favourite ❤️
pic.twitter.com/pMsoEhckEk
It’s already been a year and I still can’t believe you’re gone.
— Sukhpreet Kaur (@GSukhpreet) August 6, 2020
You were never died in my memories....
Sometimes I just look up and say we will meet again some day !
Miss you didi ... @SushmaSwaraj #SushmaSwaraj pic.twitter.com/FOpxiZtBEo
"Even If You Are Stuck on Mars, Indian Embassy Will Help You"
— ?? Zoya ?? (@Zoya_nafidi) August 6, 2020
— #SushmaSwaraj
Remembering Sushma Swaraj ma'am on her first death anniversary. pic.twitter.com/Ytyo5KMImY
She was the hope of Indians stranded in various parts of the world.
— Sunil Deodhar (@Sunil_Deodhar) August 6, 2020
She was the example of woman empowerment.
She was the proud daughter of Bharat Mata who exceptionally served the people and country for years.
She epitomised Dignity.
My humble tributes to #SushmaSwaraj ji. pic.twitter.com/JmNPiyKxSc
Today, every Indian remembers #SushmaSwaraj ji with fondness and gratitude. She was omnipresent in the way she addressed the issues of all Indians across the globe. She taught us the humility with which I pay my tributes on her first death anniversary. ? pic.twitter.com/Oz9UKkZOMX
— Ernest Mawrie (@ErnestMawrie) August 6, 2020
An extraordinary orator, able administrator, visionary leader & compassionate human being, Padma Vibhushan #SushmaSwaraj ji’s contributions to the nation are remembered today on her first death anniversary. pic.twitter.com/z7w4ahtHbj
— Bhavya Bishnoi (@bbhavyabishnoi) August 6, 2020
Remembering with love & affection our most powerful orator in parliament, #SushmaSwaraj ji a year since she left us. A motherly figure & role model to many, she will be remembered as an excellent minister & astute politician. pic.twitter.com/mKtLMfhMI9
— Harsimrat Kaur Badal (@HarsimratBadal_) August 6, 2020
One of the glorious chapters of Indian Politics & my all time favourite ? #SushmaSwaraj pic.twitter.com/yVx6670LQl
— vkas shetty (@iamvkishetty) August 6, 2020
"Even if you are stuck on the Mars, Indian Embassy there will help you..." Remembering one of the greatest leaders a great human being #SushmaSwaraj ji on her 1st death Anniversary... आप यादों में रहेंगी सुषमा जी.. ???#SushmaSwaraj #deathanniversary pic.twitter.com/KGXwGKUo47
— Bishnupriya (@Khayali_Bini) August 6, 2020
First woman leader of opposition in Lok Sabha, first woman CM of Delhi, first spokesperson of a National party...
— ट्विटर मिनिस्टर(unofficial) (@kingshivam009) August 6, 2020
Remembering #SushmaSwaraj Ji on her death anniversary. pic.twitter.com/58Vn1jRpCP
Remembering our former Minister for External Affairs Smt @SushmaSwaraj ji on her first death anniversary! ?#SushmaSwaraj pic.twitter.com/NEgAFsLYWY
— Dr TP Senkumar (@drtpsenkumar) August 6, 2020
Remembering our former Minister for External Affairs Smt @SushmaSwaraj ji on her first death anniversary! ?#SushmaSwaraj pic.twitter.com/NEgAFsLYWY
— Dr TP Senkumar (@drtpsenkumar) August 6, 2020
My tribute to #SushmaSwaraj Ji on her 1st death anniversary. Will always remember her as a great orator, visionary leader and above all a compassionate human being. pic.twitter.com/JFj2NZRPA7
— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) August 6, 2020
Heartfelt tribute to one of the most loved leaders Smt. #Sushmaswaraj on her Punyatithi. She taught many of us how to use social media to make this world a better place. pic.twitter.com/RpOukhqQIZ
— Arun Bothra (@arunbothra) August 6, 2020
I fondly remember Sushma Swaraj jee on her first Death anniversary.
— Gaurav Mishra (@Imkgauravmishra) August 6, 2020
An exceptional leader who has left a vacuum in Indian politics.
Iron Lady of my time!#SushmaSwaraj #सुषमा_स्वराजpic.twitter.com/lKHLkDPCQL
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Bengaluru, May 3: Citing the ongoing heatwave in the state, Karnataka BJP on Friday petitioned the Election Commission with a request to modify the polling hours to the 6am-7pm period in the 14 parliamentary constituencies in the state that goes to polls on May 7.
Polling is currently scheduled to be held in the second phase in the state in 14 segments in the northern districts between 7am to 6pm on May 7.
"It has become hard to come out and vote between hours 10.00 to 17.00 due to uncontrollable heat. The average heat in those parts (north Karnataka) covering 14 parliamentary constituencies are between 37 and 42 degree (Celsius). The mercury is rising at an alarming level and it would become hard for the electors to come out and vote," BJP's petition said.
The petition highlighted the alarming rise in temperatures, which are expected to go beyond 40 degree Celsius, and also stated that the number of voters over the age of 40 is high and that they are vulnerable to the heatwave.
"To keep up the good spirit of voting, necessary action should be taken," the BJP petition urged the Election Commission, saying, "In this background, it is requested to modify the time of voting in the 14 parliamentary constituencies from 06.00 to 19.00 hours on May 7".
Polling was held between 7 am and 6 pm during Karnataka's first phase of the Lok Sabha polls in 14 constituencies on April 26.