Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar arrives at Asma Jahangir's residence to condole with her family. Khurshid Kasuri and PPP leader Barrister Aitzaz Ahsan are behind him. ─ AP
They extended their heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathies to members of the grieved family while praising her services for the independence of the judiciary, rule of law and supremacy of the Constitution.
"She was an outspoken and courageous lady, and had risen to prominence by sheer dint of hard work, diligence and commitment to the legal profession," the judges of the apex court said.
President Mamnoon Hussain and Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi also expressed their sorrow over Jahangir's demise, Radio Pakistan reported.
The president, in his condolence message, said Jahangir had played an "unforgettable role" for the supremacy of law, democracy and human rights.
PM Abbasi likewise lauded Jahangir for her "immense contribution towards upholding rule of law, democracy and safeguarding human rights."
He termed her demise as a great loss for legal fraternity.
Minister of State for Information Marriyum Aurangzeb said Jahangir's struggle is a bright chapter in the constitutional, legal, and democratic history of Pakistan.
She said that the entire Pakistan is praying peace for Asma Jahangir's soul.
Chairman Senate Mian Raza Rabbani, Deputy Chairman Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri, Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, and Opposition Leader in the National Assembly Syed Khursheed Shah also expressed grief over the Jahangir's passing.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Bar Council announced three days of mourning across the country from tomorrow.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has also announced to observe a day of mourning across the province.
Moreover, Pakistan People's Party has suspended activities for one day to mourn the death of Asma Jehangir.
Condolences and tributes also poured in on Twitter as Pakistanis reacted to the shock of Jahangir's sudden demise.