President of India Condoles the Passing Away of Mf Hussain

The President of India, Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil has condoled the passing away of Shri Maqbool Fida Hussain.

In her condolence message, the President has said, "Shri Hussain was a world renowned artist whose extra-ordinary style made him a celebrity on his own right in the arena of contemporary paintings. A man of multi-dimensional talent, his death would create a deep void in the world of art and creativity. He also brought glory to the house as a Parliamentarian. "

This release issued at 1340 hrs.