Condolences pour in for Karpal Singh

Condolences poured in from various people be it politicians, activists, lawyers and the public alike as soon as the news of Karpal Singh's demise was announced.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak who was on his way to Turkey received the shocking news as soon as he landed in Ankara.

I have just landed at Ankara when I heard the news that YB Karpal Singh died in a road accident . My condolences to the family .
— Mohd Najib Tun Razak (@NajibRazak) April 16, 2014

The news also received condolences from DAP political members.

We've lost a colleague; an indefatigable fighter for justice; d legendary Karpal Singh! Our sincere condolences to d family. RIP.
— Anwar Ibrahim (@anwaribrahim) April 16, 2014

Our dear Mr Karpal is no longer with us... I just can't accept it.... http://t.co/lkqFO6cDRG
— Nie Ching Teo (@TeoNieChing) April 16, 2014

I got the sad "wake up" call from YB @reezalmerican & I immediately called @GobindSinghDeo & Jagdeep. These are truly sad calls in life...
— Sim Tze Tzin 沈志勤 (@simtzetzin) April 16, 2014

A giant has fallen: since childhood, Karpal was looked up as a fighters who inspired many of my generation to join the struggle for justice.
— Tian Chua (@tianchua) April 16, 2014

Heartbreaking. Sincere condolences to the family members of our beloved @KarpalSinghDAP - prayers are with the family.
— Nurul Izzah (@n_izzah) April 16, 2014

My legs are numb from reading the news of Mr Karpal Singh's passing. We mourn with you @GobindSinghDeo @RamkarpalSingh & family.
— Hannah Yeoh (@hannahyeoh) April 16, 2014

I've known this name,Karpal Singh, since I was a boy. Bless this man
— N.Surendran (@nsurendrann) April 16, 2014

News of Karpal's death by accident is deeply saddening. Struggling to find words. We lost a man who towered like an institution.
— R.Sivarasa (@SivarasaRasiah) April 16, 2014

Karpal's death was also a shock to other politicians as well.

We are deeply saddened by the news of Karpal Singh's sudden demise. Our most heartfelt condolences to his family
— Liow Tiong Lai (@liowtionglai) April 17, 2014

My heartfelt condolences to the family of YB Karpal Singh on his untimely demise
— Mukhriz Mahathir (@MukhrizMahathir) April 16, 2014

I m deeply saddened by this shocking news.. cant believe it.. just a week ago he was wth us. my deepest ... http://t.co/tmUSstDcXF
— Reezal Merican (@reezalmerican) April 16, 2014

Even the public began sharing their condolence as soon as they heard the devastating news.

And we wake up to the news that Karpal Singh has passed away. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.
— Visitor Q (@ashyusof) April 16, 2014

Sad news in the early morning, rest in peace YB Karpal Singh.
— Edwin Tang (@edwintwy) April 16, 2014

The death of a politician and a law practitioner such as Karpal is seen as leaving a deep effect in the political scene and the country’s legislation.

There is a void, a huge void to be filled in parliament as well as in court rooms. Farewell, tiger of jelutong...
— Sim Tze Tzin 沈志勤 (@simtzetzin) April 16, 2014

You need to learn who this great man is and what he has contributed not only to the politics of Malaysia, but also in the legal fraternity.
— klubbkidd™ (@klubbkiddkl) April 16, 2014

A sad ending to a big man. We grew up as legal practitioners on his cases. A few days after Vaisakhi too. RIP Karpal Singh
— Khairul Anuar (@kruel74) April 16, 2014