Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Prime Minister of Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga. Modi noted Odinga was a towering statesman and a cherished friend of India, highlighting his privilege of knowing Odinga since his days as Chief Minister of Gujarat, stating their association continued over the years. Modi added Odinga had a special affection for India, its culture, values, and ancient wisdom, which was reflected in his efforts to strengthen India-Kenya ties. He particularly admired Ayurveda and traditional medicine systems of India, having witnessed their positive impact on his daughter's health. Modi posted on X (@narendramodi) on October 15, 2025, also conveying his condolences. The release was posted on 15 OCT 2025 at 2:41 PM by PIB Delhi. (Release ID: 2179352). The related X post is available at pic.twitter.com/Nmya9C3LZi.
Key Entities Referenced
Kenya: Country of which Raila Odinga was Prime Minister
India: Country with ties to Raila Odinga
Gujarat: The state where Narendra Modi was Chief Minister
Raila Odinga: Former Prime Minister of Kenya
Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister condoles the demise of former Prime
Minister of Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga
Posted On: 15 OCT 2025 2:41PM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over demise of former Prime Minister of
Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga. "Deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and former Prime Minister of
Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga. He was a towering statesman and a cherished friend of India. I had the privilege of
knowing him closely since my days as Chief Minister of Gujarat and our association continued over the
years", Shri Modi said. Shri Modi also added that Mr. Raila Odinga had a special affection for India, our
culture, values and ancient wisdom, which was reflected in his efforts to strengthen India-Kenya ties.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
"Deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and former Prime Minister of Kenya, Mr. Raila Odinga.
He was a towering statesman and a cherished friend of India. I had the privilege of knowing him closely since
my days as Chief Minister of Gujarat and our association continued over the years. He had a special affection
for India, our culture, values and ancient wisdom. This was reflected in his efforts to strengthen India-Kenya
ties. He particularly admired Ayurveda and traditional medicine systems of India, having witnessed their
positive impact on his daughter's health. I extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends and to the
people of Kenya in this hour of grief."
Deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and former Prime Minister of Kenya, Mr. Raila
Odinga. He was a towering statesman and a cherished friend of India. I had the privilege of knowing
him closely since my days as Chief Minister of Gujarat and our association continued…
pic.twitter.com/Nmya9C3LZi
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 15, 2025
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(Release ID: 2179352)