New Delhi: On the ocassion of late Sushma Swaraj today, Union Minister Smriti Irani, remembered the iconic politician with an emotional post. She shared a picture of herself with the late politician.
She wrote, “She was the first call on the 14 th of Feb every year… breaking into peals of laughter when I said .. birthday nahi Valentine wish karne ke liye phone kiya … joyous in her response she would make a promise to catch up over a meal or a cup of tea … the victory lunch of Amethi was so planned that she took care to book a table at her favourite restaurant herself , sent a saree for me to wear that day … a table , a meal we could partake in no more.. Happy birthday Di ❤️ till we break bread together again ❤️❤️”
Sushma Swarj daughter Bansuri Swaraj on Sunday took to Twitter to wish the former External Affairs Minister on her 69th birth anniversary. Sharing an old picture she tweeted, “Happy Birthday, Maa. Sushma Swaraj is a human form of affection and compassion. On this day, let us all help someone and celebrate Maa’s birthday together”.
Happy Birthday माँ…केक अब फीका लगता है।
स्नेह और करुणा का मानवीय रूप है @SushmaSwaraj। आइए हम सब आज कीसी की मदद करें और माँ का जन्मदिन साथ मनाएं। #sushmaswaraj pic.twitter.com/GKeWl6xitb
— Bansuri Swaraj (@BansuriSwaraj) February 13, 2021
Here is how others remembered her:
Fondly remember Sushma Swaraj ji on her birthday. Deeply missed, always.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 14, 2021
My tribute to #SushmaSwaraj Ji on her birth anniversary. A visionary leader who contributed immensely for Bharatiya Janata Party.
She will always be remembered as a great orator and above all a great human being. pic.twitter.com/k2A8e0PM9C— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) February 14, 2021
My tribute to #SushmaSwaraj Ji on her birth anniversary. A visionary leader who contributed immensely for Bharatiya Janata Party.
She will always be remembered as a great orator and above all a great human being. pic.twitter.com/k2A8e0PM9C— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) February 14, 2021
Tributes to one of the most hard working, stalwart BJP leader Smt. Sushma Swaraj ji on her birth anniversary.
Her exceptional work will always inspire us to work better for the nation.#sushmaswaraj pic.twitter.com/iprO0wRHah
— Harsh Sanghavi (@sanghaviharsh) February 14, 2021
Paying my Tributes & respects to Aadarniya #sushmaswaraj ji on her birth anniversary.
Your presence in Indian politics will always remain alive .???#HappyBirthday
#SushmaSwaraj pic.twitter.com/2gkNw7OOfJ— Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit) February 14, 2021
On Smt. @SushmaSwaraj ji’s Jayanti, I remember one of modern India’s most brilliant politicians & loved leaders.
With her superb oratory skills & lifelong public service, her passion for our nation was truly unmatched.
Sushma ji will forever remain in our hearts!#SushmaSwaraj pic.twitter.com/rkghSpbwIY
— Sonali Jaitley Bakhshi (@sonalijaitley) February 14, 2021
A humble tribute to a humble human being, great orator, and an honest politician Late Smt. #SushmaSwaraj ji? pic.twitter.com/qa1viEZMkz
— Kuldeep Bishnoi (@bishnoikuldeep) February 14, 2021
Remembering one of the senior most @BJP4India leader #SushmaSwaraj Ji on her jayanti.
A prolific speaker who developed camaraderie across party lines, she was someone who connected with the people.
She is an inspiration for all of us! pic.twitter.com/G0lhMJKyId
— Y. Satya Kumar (@satyakumar_y) February 14, 2021
Remembering Padma Vibhushan Smt Sushma Swaraj ji on her birth anniversary. A dynamic leader, outstanding orator, and one of the most successful Foreign ministers of India, her contribution to the nation are immense.#SushmaSwaraj
— B.S. Yediyurappa (@BSYBJP) February 14, 2021