Renuka Devi, wife of DMK treasurer TR Baalu, passes away at 79
Her body was taken to the family residence at T. Nagar for public homage
Renuka Devi
CHENNAI: Renuka Devi, wife of senior DMK leader and party treasurer TR Baalu and mother of State Industries Minister TRB Rajaa, passed away in Chennai on Tuesday following an illness. She was 79.
Renuka Devi had been undergoing treatment at Apollo Hospital on Greams Road for the past several days. Despite medical care, she breathed her last on Tuesday morning. Her body was taken to the family residence at T. Nagar for public homage. According to family sources, the final rites will be performed this evening at 5 pm at the Besant Nagar Electric Crematorium.
Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin expressed deep sorrow over her demise in a condolence message. “I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mrs Renuka Devi, wife of former Union Minister and Member of Parliament TR Baalu and mother of respected Industries Minister TRB Rajaa,” Stalin said.
He recalled her quiet but pivotal role in supporting both her husband and son in their political careers. “Renuka Devi was a source of strength who encouraged their work with affection and warmth. She stood firmly behind them, contributing silently to their success. The loss of such a strong pillar of support is truly irreparable,” Stalin said.
