New Delhi, Dec. 12 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed deep condolences and support to the family of late Congress leader Shivraj Patil, after his demise at the age of 90.

Taking it to X, the President paid tribute to Patil, recalling that he held various positions of power throughout his political career.

"In the demise of senior political leader Shri Shivraj Patil Ji, we have lost a prominent public figure. During his long public life, he held many important positions including those of Lok Sabha Speaker, Union Minister, Governor and longstanding Member of Parliament. My heartfelt condolences to his family, well-wishers and admirers," she wrote on X.

Earlier today, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rah...