Boroma was an icon of our times: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday condoled the death of Dalit Matua community matriarch Binapani Devi, popularly known as Boroma, terming her "an icon" and a source of "strength and inspiration".

"Boroma Binapani Thakur was an icon of our times. A source of great strength and inspiration for several people, Boroma's rich ideals will continue to influence generations," he said in a series of tweets.

He said Boroma's emphasis on social justice and harmony will never be forgotten.

The Prime Minister recalled that last month he "had the honour of seeking the blessings of Boroma".

"I will always cherish the interaction I had with her. We stand in solidarity with the Matua community in this hour of sadness."

'Boroma', passed away at the state-run SSKM Hospital in Kolkata on Tuesday following multi-organ failure, hospital Medical Superintendent Raghunath Misra said.

Aged 100, she breathed her last at 8.52 p.m. She is survived by her younger son Manjul Krishna Thakur as her elder son Kapil Krishna Thakur pre-deceased her.

--IANS

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