Sheila Dikshit’s last rites to take place Sunday

Thelast rites of former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit will take place onSunday afternoon, informed Delhi Congress. "Her last rites will be performed at2:30 pm at Nigam Bodh Ghat crematorium," Delhi Congress said in a statement.

Meanwhile, her body was taken to her Nizamuddin East residence after she died at a private hospital in New Delhi. Several party workers reached her residence to pay their tributes.

President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of the Ex-Delhi CM. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal also took to Twitter and mourned the death of Dikshit.

Sad to hear of the passing of Smt Sheila Dikshit, former Chief Minister of Delhi and a senior political figure. Her term in office was a period of momentous transformation for the capital for which she will be remembered. Condolences to her family and associates #PresidentKovind

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 20, 2019

Deeply saddened by the demise of Sheila Dikshit Ji. Blessed with a warm and affable personality, she made a noteworthy contribution to Delhi's development. Condolences to her family and supporters. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/jERrvJlQ4X

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 20, 2019

Just now got to know about the extremely terrible news about the passing away of Mrs Sheila Dikshit ji. It is a huge loss for Delhi and her contribution will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to her family members. May her soul rest in peace

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) July 20, 2019

Deeply anguished to learn about the death of veteran leader and former Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit ji.

Praying for the departed soul, I offer my sincere condolences to the bereaved family members and well wishers.

— Sarbananda Sonowal (@sarbanandsonwal) July 20, 2019