Sitaram Yechury, the General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), passed away at the age of 72 after a prolonged battle with respiratory issues at AIIMS, New Delhi. His death has elicited tributes from political leaders across the spectrum, including Rahul Gandhi, who characterized him as a 'protector of the idea of India,' and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who called his passing a significant loss for national politics. Yechury had a distinguished political career, beginning as a student leader and later playing a vital role in coalition politics, including forming the United Front government in 1996 and supporting the Congress-led UPA government from 2004. Despite his health struggles, he remained active on social media until late August. His legacy includes a commitment to leftist ideology and a significant impact on Indian political discourse over several decades.