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Malaysia's first woman in public office, Devaki Krishnan, dies at 100 | Scoop

Devaki Krishnan - Alchetron — Malaysia mourns the loss of Tan Sri Devaki Krishnan (pic), the country's first female public office holder, as her grandson, Datuk R. Ramanan, shares the news of her irreplaceable departure at the age of 100. – Alchetron pic, January 21, 2024

Malaysia’s first woman in public office, Devaki Krishnan, dies at 100

Fondly known as Grand Dame of Malaysian Indian Politics, she leaves behind indelible legacy in country's political history

Updated 21 January, 2024

21 January, 2024

1:41 PM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR – Tan Sri Devaki Krishnan, the first Malaysian woman to be elected to public office, died last night at the age of 100.

The news of her passing was shared by her grandson, Deputy Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Minister Datuk R. Ramanan, in a Facebook post early today.

“Her loss is irreplaceable. The memories will continue to be with us all. May her soul rest in peace,” he said.

According to Ramanan, Devaki, dubbed the Grand Dame of Malaysian Indian Politics, had devoted her life to serving the community.

“Her services and leadership raised the dignity of women in the eyes of the world. A pioneer and the first Malaysian woman to be elected to public office left a glorious legacy in the country’s political history,” he added. – January 21, 2024

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