New Delhi, Jan. 8 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his condolences on the death of Vedanta Group chairperson Anil Agarwal's son Agnivesh Agarwal, who recently passed away at the age of 49 following a cardiac arrest.

Taking to X, PM Modi said that the news was shocking and saddening.

"The untimely passing of Agnivesh Agarwal is deeply shocking and saddening. The depth of your grief is evident in this touching tribute. Praying that you and your family find continued strength and courage. Om Shanti," he wrote.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju had earlier also mourned the loss of Agnivesh, who died in the United States.

"Anil Ji, I'm sending our deepest condolences and offering heartfelt prayers. May god provide you and fa...