Pranab Mukherjee’s funeral was held at Lodhi crematorium in New Delhi with full state honours on Tuesday.
Former President Pranab Mukherjee was tested coronavirus positive and also underwent brain surgery after which the health complications worsened. Following the covid-19 norms the mortal remains were brought by people wearing PPE kits.
The last rites were attended by President Ramnath Kovind.
The mortal remains were carried in a bus decked up with white flowers.
Apart from the President, PM Narendra Modi also paid visit to pay tribute to former President.
Paid tributes to respected Shri Pranab Mukherjee. He would be remembered by generations for his efforts towards India’s progress. pic.twitter.com/bThLb5GW9N
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2020