Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound grief over the sudden passing of Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who died today, October 15, 2025, at the age of 80.
Odinga suffered a cardiac arrest during a morning walk at the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital and Research Centre in Koothattukulam, Kerala, India, where he was undergoing treatment.
This location held special significance for him, as his daughter Rosemary had successfully received treatment there in 2017 for optic nerve damage that had left her blind.
In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), Modi shared a personal reflection on their long-standing friendship and Odinga’s deep affinity for India.
”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,” he wrote.
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