Baba Adhav passes away at 95

Key facts

• Veteran socialist leader Baba Adhav passed away at the age of 95.
• He is survived by his wife Shilatai, sons Aseem and Amber, and grandchildren.
• Dr Abhijit Vaidya, his consulting physician, stated he had multiple myeloma for five years and suffered from lung infection and kidney failure.
• His mortal remains were kept at Hamal Bhavan Market Yard for public homage.
• Autorickshaw and hawkers’ unions kept businesses closed as a mark of respect.
• Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remembered him for fighting for the rights of the deprived and unorganised sections.
• Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar called him a symbol of selflessness and honesty in social work.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted his efforts to empower the marginalised and further labour welfare.
• Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi described him as a strong pillar of social justice.
• Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee president Harshwardhan Sapkal said the progressive movement of Maharashtra lost a major guide.