Sharad Yadav passes away.

Former union minister and prominent socialist leader Sharad Yadav passed away on Thursday night at a private hospital in Gurugram, his family informed.

Yadav, who was ailing for a while, was brought to the Fortis Memorial Research Institute in an unconscious and unresponsive state and did not have a pulse or recordable blood pressure, the hospital said in a statement.

‘He underwent CPR as per ACLS protocols. Despite best efforts, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 10.19 PM. We would like to convey our deepest condolences to his family,’ read the statement released by Fortis.

Pained by the passing away of Shri Sharad Yadav Ji. In his long years in public life, he distinguished himself as MP and Minister. He was greatly inspired by Dr. Lohia’s ideals. I will always cherish our interactions. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 12, 2023