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Mainstream, Vol 62 No 37, September 14, 2024

Legacies of Comrade Sitaram Yechury: A Personal Tribute | Bhabani Shankar Nayak

Saturday 14 September 2024

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Mr. Sitaram Yechury was everyone’s comrade. He lived his life in public like an open book of praxis. Everyone was familiar with his family background, student life, many talents, achievements, and political journey that defined his everyday life as a committed communist. Comrade Yechury possessed a unique ability to dissect complex theories in everyday language and theorise everyday issues in the colloquial language of the working people. He had the ability to connect local challenges with international issues and highlight the impacts of global crises on local populations. In debates, disagreements, and interactions, he never made anyone feel inferior. His frankness, infectious smile, non-judgmental attitude, and self-deprecating humour were disarming and rare. He could connect with anyone and every one, free from any form of inhibition. There was no difference between Comrade Yechury