The Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee has expressed his heart-felt condolences on the demise of Smt. Kamal Basu wife of Shri Jyoti Basu former Chief Minister of West Bengal. In a letter to Shri Basu, the Prime Minister wrote:

~I am grieved to learn about the demise of Smt. Kamal Basu. Losing your partner after so many years together, is bound to leave a void; but her memory, I am sure will continue to provide solace to you.

May the Almighty give courage and strength to you and other family members to bear this irreparable loss. I join you in praying for the departed soul:.