Patiala: Congress president Sonia Gandhi has expressed grief at the passing away of Rajmata Mohinder Kaur, recalling her contribution to the party and the country, as well as her unshakeable patriotism.

Patiala: Congress president Sonia Gandhi has expressed grief at the passing away of Rajmata Mohinder Kaur, recalling her contribution to the party and the country, as well as her unshakeable patriotism.

In a condolence letter to Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh, Sonia described Rajmata as a lady who lived her life with utmost grace and dignity, and a strong sense of service to the Congress party and the nation.

“In her years as a Member of the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha, she demonstrated unshakeable patriotism, as well as her commitment to furthering education, and through that the values of good citizenship,” Sonia wrote, adding that Rajmata was admired and respected across the political spectrum.

Rajmata lived a long and fulfilled life, “and your own career in public life must have been a source of great pride and joy to her,” Sonia further said, adding “May her soul rest in peace.”