Condoling the death of former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Kerala, said he was “an outstanding individual and political leader, who has done remarkable work for the development of the State”. Recalling the leader’s association with the CII, a statement said Mr. Chandy inaugurated the CII Kerala office in Kochi during his tenure as Chief Minister in 2013.
K.K.M. Kutty, managing director of Sealings and Jointings, in his statement, said “Oommen Chandy’s humility, warmth, and approachability, and his genuine concern for the welfare of others made him a beloved figure.”
Navas Meeran, chief executive officer of Eastern Condiments Private Limited, said, “Oommen Chandy lent an ear to all the concerns and his ability to grasp and act on the issue was remarkable. He was one of the pillars of Kerala politics, and his loss would leave a deep void.”
