**Summary of Prime Minister's Condolence Statement for Shri Raghu Rai**
**Overview**
On April 26, 2026, the Prime Minister’s Office issued an official statement expressing deep sorrow following the passing of the eminent photographer, Shri Raghu Rai. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Rai as a "creative stalwart" and a vital figure in the world of photography and culture.
**Key Remarks**
The Prime Minister lauded Rai for his ability to immortalize the vibrancy of India through his lens. He noted that Rai’s body of work was characterized by:
* **Sensitivity and Depth:** Capturing the nuanced facets of life across the country.
* **Diversity:** Representing various aspects of Indian society and bringing them closer to the public.
* **Cultural Impact:** His contributions were deemed unparalleled, with his passing noted as an "irreparable loss" to the artistic and photography communities.
**Public Tribute**
In a post on the platform X (@narendramodi), the Prime Minister extended his sympathies to Rai’s family, his admirers, and the wider photography fraternity, concluding with the sentiment "Om Shanti."
**Document Metadata and Metrics**
* **Posted On:** 26 APR 2026, 8:34 PM
* **Source:** PIB Delhi, Prime Minister’s Office
* **Release ID:** 2255754
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* **Language Availability:** The release was made available in Urdu, Hindi, Marathi, and Gujarati.
* **Reference Code:** MJPS/VJ/SS
Key Entities Referenced
Raghu Rai: Renowned Indian photographer recognized for capturing India's vibrancy and culture, whose passing was the subject of an official condolence message.
Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India who issued a formal tribute characterizing the late photographer's work as a significant and unparalleled contribution to art and culture.
Prime Minister's Office: The administrative office that issued the official press release and statement regarding the Prime Minister's condolences.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister condoles passing of renowned
photographer Shri Raghu Rai
Posted On: 26 APR 2026 8:34PM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of eminent photographer Raghu Rai,
describing him as a creative stalwart who immortalised India’s vibrancy through his lens. Shri Modi noted
that Shri Raghu Rai’s work was marked by extraordinary sensitivity, depth and diversity, capturing the
many facets of life across India and bringing them closer to people.The Prime Minister remarked that his
contribution to the world of photography and culture is unparalleled, and his passing is an irreparable loss
to the artistic community.
The Prime Minister posted on X;
“Shri Raghu Rai Ji will be remembered as a creative stalwart, who captured India’s vibrancy through his
lens. His photography had extraordinary sensitivity, depth and diversity. It brought people closer to the
different aspects of life in India. His passing is an irreparable loss to the world of photography and culture.
My thoughts are with his family, admirers and the photography fraternity in this hour of grief. Om
Shanti.”
Shri Raghu Rai Ji will be remembered as a creative stalwart, who captured India’s
vibrancy through his lens. His photography had extraordinary sensitivity, depth
and diversity. It brought people closer to the different aspects of life in India. His
passing is an irreparable loss…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 26, 2026
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