He acknowledged her immense contribution to the party and her significant role as a woman politician from a minority community.

After meeting with Kidwai’s family, Kharge stated, “She was a tall leader, and she made an immense contribution to the party. She used to attend all the programs of the party. Being a woman politician from a minority community, it was a huge thing to sustain for so long in politics. I offer my party’s deepest condolences on her passing away.”

Kidwai held several important portfolios during the Rajiv Gandhi administration and served as a member of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha at different times. She was also a member of the Congress Working Committee and the party’s Central Election Committee in earlier years.

Earlier in the day, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi expressed deep sorrow over Kidwai’s death, describing her as a senior and loyal leader. He praised her life of public service and dignified political achievements, which inspired generations of women.

In a post on X, Gandhi wrote, “The news of the demise of former Union Minister and former MP Mohsina Kidwai ji is extremely heartbreaking. She was a highly senior and loyal leader of the Congress Party, whose entire life has been an example of public service. With her simplicity, gentleness, and dignified political success, she inspired several generations of women in the country. In this hour of grief, I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and supporters.”

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also paid tribute to Kidwai, describing her as a trailblazer, former UP PCC president, and a figure of courage, dedication, and compassion. She extended her condolences to Kidwai’s family on their loss.