LIVE UPDATES | Hearing On DMK's Plea For Karunanidhi's Burial At Marina Beach Underway

DMK patriarch and former Tamil Nadu chief minister M Karunanidhi died in Chennai on Tuesday. He was 94.

"Dr.M Karunanidhi passed away at 6.10 pm. Despite best efforts of our doctors and nurses to resuscitate him, he failed to respond," Kauvery Hospital said in a statement.

Karunanidhi was being treated for fever due to Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) with intravenous antibiotics and fluids.

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1:15 AM IST

Reports say Madras High Court has deferreed till 8am Wednesday hearing on DMK's petition to allow party leader M Karunanidhi's burial at Chennai's Marina Beach

11:58 PM IST

Area sought for Karunanidhi’s burial not governed by coastal regulation zone, says DMK lawyer

I withdraw all cases in this regard because Kalaignar Karunanidhi is important for us. So now, there are no legal hurdles for govt: Doraisamy, advocate who filed petition against burial on Marina, on TN govt denies burial space for Karunanidhi near Anna Memorial at Marina beach pic.twitter.com/Hh7fq9FO1t
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

11:49 PM IST

Hearing on DMK's plea for Karunanidhi's burial at Marina Beach is underway, TV channels report

11:44 PM IST

Bihar government has announced two day state mourning after DMK patriarch's death, reports news agency ANI

11:32 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee with MK Stalin and Kanimozhi at Gopalapuram in Chennai

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee with MK Stalin and Kanimozhi at Gopalapuram in Chennai. #Karunanidhi pic.twitter.com/GcbbTW0C7N
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

11:06 PM IST

Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee arrives at Karunanidhi's Gopalapuram residence.

11:00 PM IST

Lawyers for DMK reach residence of Madras High Court acting Chief Justice Huluvadi G. Ramesh who had agreed to hear today a case against denial of burial land by Tamil Nadu Govt at Marina beach for Karunanidhi.

Lawyers for DMK reach residence of Madras High Court acting Chief Justice Huluvadi G. Ramesh who had agreed to hear today a case against denial of burial land by Tamil Nadu Govt at Marina beach for #Karunanidhi pic.twitter.com/kQQzHthwcm
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

10:32 PM IST

DMK workers and supporters gather outsideKarunanidhi's Gopalapuram's residence after the DMK Chief's mortal remains reach the house.

Chennai: DMK workers and supporters gather outside #Karunanidhi's Gopalapuram's residence after the DMK Chief's mortal remains reach the house pic.twitter.com/60bz3vX1rP
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

10:15 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Government must take all measures, for last rites ofKarunanidhi to be performed near Anna memorial. This would be the highest respect we would be paying to him. This is my humble request: Rajinikanth

Tamil Nadu Government must take all measures, for last rites of #Karunanidhi to be performed near Anna memorial. This would be the highest respect we would be paying to him. This is my humble request: Rajinikanth (file pic) pic.twitter.com/zY8dCQLriT
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

10:06 PM IST

A great leader has passed away, he did not only represent Tamil Nadu but India as a whole. He fought for federalism and for Tamil people. The people of Tamil Nadu will never forgive State Govt if it denies burial land which is requested by DMK : Farooq Abdullah

A great leader has passed away, he did not only represent Tamil Nadu but India as a whole. He fought for federalism and for Tamil people. The people of Tamil Nadu will never forgive State Govt if it denies burial land which is requested by DMK : Farooq Abdullah on #Karunandhi pic.twitter.com/Ac6aXghvW2
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

9:58 PM IST

Central govt has decided to accord state funeral to M Karunanidhi. National flag to fly at half-mast tomorrow in Delhi, all state capitals and across Tamil Nadu as a mark of respect to M Karunanidhi: Ministry of Home Affairs

9:43 PM IST

National flag to fly at half mast tomorrow in Delhi & all state capitals & throughout the state of Tamil Nadu. It has also been decided to accord state funeral tomorrow in Chennai and national mourning has been declared for tomorrow: Government of India.

9:35 PM IST

Saravanan and senior advocate Wilson will represent the DMK in its plea against the Tamil Nadu government’s rejection of a burial spot for Karunanidhi at the politically significant Marina Beach.

9:21 PM IST

Madras High Court acting Chief Justice Huluvadi G. Ramesh agrees to hear by 10:30 pm today a case against denial of burial land by Tamil Nadu Govt at Marina beach for Karunanidhi.

9:15 PM IST

Karnataka Government declares one day state mourning for tomorrow over Karunanidhi's demise.

9:08 PM IST

Ambulance carrying Karunanidhi's mortal remains leaves from Kauvery Hospital for his Gopalapuram residence.

Chennai: Ambulance carrying #Karunanidhi's mortal remains leaves from Kauvery Hospital for his Gopalapuram residence pic.twitter.com/22XQlBva0Z
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

9:00 PM IST

DMK moves Madras High Court seeking Marina as a burial place for Karunanidhi. Special hearing sought at the High Court tonight itself.

8:49 PM IST

Violence breaks out outside Kauvery Hospital after news spread that the #TamilNadu govt is denying burial space to the Kalaignar at the iconic Marina Beach, where other Tamil politics stalwarts have been laid to rest.

8:31 PM IST

Controversy erupts as AIADMK government rejects DMK demand for giving space for M Karunanidhi's burial at Marina.

8:19 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Government declares public holiday for tomorrow and seven day mourning.

8:15 PM IST

He was a great leader, who worked for the downtrodden. It is a big loss for the whole country: Sumitra Mahajan,Lok Sabha Speaker.

He was a great leader, who worked for the downtrodden. It is a big loss for the whole country: Sumitra Mahajan,Lok Sabha Speaker on #Karunanidhi pic.twitter.com/KiHxhMM6Sa
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

8:00 PM IST

We had met CM and submitted a request for a 'Samadhi' near Anna memorial, he had accepted our request then, but has not communicated anything in this regard till now: Durai Murugan,Senior DMK leader.

We had met CM and submitted a request for a 'Samadhi' near Anna memorial, he had accepted our request then, but has not communicated anything in this regard till now: Durai Murugan,Senior DMK leader. #Karunanidhi pic.twitter.com/VZvEibzGTZ
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

7:50 PM IST

Country has lost a great leader. Our condolences to the entire DMK family. Congress party has lost an important friend. A loss that will be difficult to recoup: Randeep Surjewala, Congress, on Karunanidhi.

Country has lost a great leader. Our condolences to the entire DMK family. Congress party has lost an important friend. A loss that will be difficult to recoup: Randeep Surjewala, Congress, on #Karunanidhi pic.twitter.com/EtqfplY6hQ
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

7:52 PM IST

Rahul Gandhi on Karunanidhi’s demise: In his passing, India has lost a great son.

Loved by the Tamilian people, Kalaignar strode the stage of Tamil politics, like a colossus, for over 6 decades. In his passing, India has lost a great son. My condolences to his family as also to the millions of Indians who grieve for their beloved leader tonight.#Karunanidhi
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) August 7, 2018

7:47 PM IST

Condolences keep pouring in for Karunanidhi's family.

Deeply saddened at the passing away of Kalaignar M Karunanidhi.60 years a legislator,5 times CM & a pillar of many coalitions at the Centre,he influenced his State's & the National politics like few others. My deepest condolences to his family & admirers.He will be missed deeply.
— Pranab Mukherjee (@CitiznMukherjee) August 7, 2018

Our heartfelt condolences to the family and supporters of Kalaignar Karunanidhi. His passing is a great loss to the nation. May his soul rest in peace.
— Akhilesh Yadav (@yadavakhilesh) August 7, 2018

The demise of Kalaignar Karunanidhi is a monumental loss to India’s political landscape. His contribution to the Tamil society and the Tamil Nadu state will always be remembered. My heartfelt tributes to Kalaignar Karunanidhi and condolences to the bereaved family.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) August 7, 2018

7:45 PM IST

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan expressed heartfelt grief over the demise of former Tamil Nadu chief minister and DMK leader M Karunanidhi. CM offered condolences to the bereaved family and to the people of Tamil Nadu.

7:37 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi to go to Chennai tomorrow to pay his last respects to DMK patriarch Karunanidhi.

7:31 PM IST

Saddened by the demise of DMK Chief Kalaignar M Karunanidhi ji. My deepest condolences to his family members and supporters. Om Shanti!
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) August 7, 2018

7:25 PM IST

M. Karunanidhi: The Script Writer Who Wrote Tamil Nadu's Destiny.

That art and politics blended seamlessly in Karunanidhi was manifest from the sobriquets of 'Thalaivar' (The Leader) and 'Kalaignar' (The Artist) he earned from ardent followers.

READ HERE: https://www.outlookindia.com/website/story/m-karunanidhi-the-script-writer-who-wrote-tamil-nadus-destiny/314654

7:24 PM IST

BJP chief Amit Shah: Anguished to learn about the demise of veteran politician, M Karunanidhi ji. He had an impressive life journey, starting as a screen writer in Tamil film industry to being five term Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. No one can forget his struggle during Emergency, imposed in 1975.

7:18 PM IST

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee condoles the death of Kalaignar.

7:17 PM IST

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah tweets: A legend in his lifetime, counted amongst the giants of the political landscape of India #Kalaignar #Karunanidhi ji has left a void not just in his home state of Tamil Nadu but in the entire country that will never be filled. My condolences to his family & Tamils the world over.

A legend in his lifetime, counted amongst the giants of the political landscape of India #Kalaignar #Karunanidhi ji has left a void not just in his home state of Tamil Nadu but in the entire country that will never be filled. My condolences to his family & Tamils the world over.
— Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) August 7, 2018

7:09 PM IST

Today is a black day in my life, one which I can never forget as I lost my Kalainagar. I pray for his soul: Rajinikanth on Karunanidhi

Today is a black day in my life, one which I can never forget as I lost my #Kalaignar. I pray for his soul: Rajinikanth on #Karunanidhi (file pic) pic.twitter.com/R8ociRQSsN
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

7:01PM IST

Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation services to Tamil Nadu have been stopped temporarily.

7:00 PM IST

Police shuts down all roads leading to M Karunanidhi's residence in Gopalapuram. Heavy deployment of police and RAF personnel near the residence. No vehicle entries allowed with ID checks.

6:50 PM IST

Deeply saddened by passing away of Kalaignar Karunanidhi. He was one of the senior most leaders of India. We have lost a deep-rooted mass leader, prolific thinker, accomplished writer and a stalwart whose life was devoted to the welfare of the poor and the marginalised: PM Modi

My thoughts are with the family and the countless supporters of Karunanidhi Ji in this hour of grief. India and particularly Tamil Nadu will miss him immensely. May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/7ZZQi9VEkm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 7, 2018

Deeply saddened by passing away of Kalaignar Karunanidhi. He was one of the senior most leaders of India. We have lost a deep-rooted mass leader, prolific thinker, accomplished writer and a stalwart whose life was devoted to the welfare of the poor and the marginalised: PM Modi pic.twitter.com/4fw9KLhT16
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

6:43 PM IST

DMK patriarch and a legend of Tamil Nadu politics, M Karunanidhi, passes away after months of struggle to recover out of his ailing health. The hospital has just announced that despite its best efforts to revive the Kalaignar, the team failed to resuscitate him.

6:28 PM IST

Security beefed up around Karunanidhi's Gopalapuram residence as close associates and family members of the DMK chief gather at the house.

6:25 PM IST

High alert in Karnataka districts along the Tamil Nadu borders. ADGP (Law & Order) Kamal Pant has ordered the SPs of these districts and Bengaluru City police to be on high alert.

6:22 PM IST

A DMK worker broke down outside Kauvery Hospital after the hospital released a statement informing that M Karunanidhi's health had deteriorated further. (ANI)

#WATCH A DMK worker broke down outside Kauvery Hospital after the hospital released a statement informing that M Karunanidhi's health had deteriorated further. #Chennai pic.twitter.com/AWnxnWcf0K
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

6:00 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to leave for Chennai shortly (ANI).

5:55 PM IST

Chennai: DMK workers break down after Kauvery Hospital released statement that M Karunanidhi's health has deteriorated further.

Chennai: DMK workers break down after Kauvery Hospital released statement that M Karunanidhi's health has deteriorated further. pic.twitter.com/LapebJnjvi
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

5:49 PM IST

FILE PHOTO (PTI)

DMK workers gather outside Kauvery Hospital as hospital releases statement that M Karunanidhi's health has deteriorated further.

#Chennai: DMK workers gather outside Kauvery Hospital as hospital releases statement that M Karunanidhi's health has deteriorated further. pic.twitter.com/rZ8yW7Uco5
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2018

4:36 PM IST: The Kauvery Hospital medical bulletin on Karunanidhi's health.