Kuala lumpur: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi extended his condolences to the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) editor-in-chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj and his family on the passing of his mother, Kaliamah Karuppaya, last night. In a Facebook post today, Ahmad Zahid expressed that the loss of a mother is a significant loss and challenging to describe in words. He offered his thoughts and prayers, wishing the entire family strength and fortitude during this difficult time.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Kaliamah, aged 77, passed away at her home in Behrang Hulu, Perak, at 8.10 pm after experiencing kidney failure-related health complications over the past year. The passing has been a poignant moment for the family, and the Deputy Prime Minister's message of sympathy underscores the community's support during their time of sorrow.