Mukherjee condoles death of Swami Atmasthananda

President Pranab Mukherjee today condoled the death of Swami Atmasthanandaji Maharaj, the head of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission.
In his message to Swami Suvirananda, the General Secretary of the Math and the Mission, the President said, "I am sad to learn about the demise of Swami Atmasthanandaji Maharaj, President of Ramakrishna Math and Ramakrishna Mission".
Mukherjee termed him as "a constant crusader for spiritual values" and said that Swamiji's teachings of service to mankind have great relevance in the present world.
"Swamiji's words and wisdom will always remain a source of inspiration to all his followers and humanity at large, guiding them on the path of love and compassion," he said.

The President said, "A pious soul, who was always concerned about the welfare of society, Swamiji travelled extensively across the country and the world spreading the message of Ramakrishna Mission".