Ahamed served country with great diligence: Modi

New Delhi, Feb 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the death of IUML MP E. Ahamed, saying he served the country with great "diligence"."Saddened by the demise of E. Ahamed, a veteran political leader who served the nation with great diligence. My condolences," Modi tweeted."E. Ahamed devoted significant efforts towards Kerala s progress. His role in deepening India s ties with west Asia was notable," Modi said."The continuous efforts of E. Ahamed for the empowerment of the Muslim community will be remembered," the Prime Minister added.Ahamed, a former minister in the UPA government and a longtime Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) MP from Kerala, was admitted to Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital after he suffered a cardiac arrest in parliament s Central Hall during President Pranab Mukherjee s address on Tuesday.