S M Krishna, the former Minister of External Affairs, passed away at the age of 92. Despite facing a bumpy start to his term, Krishna gained a reputation for his calm and composed style of leadership and his strong rapport with world leaders. He also played a crucial role in resuming the dialogue process between India and Pakistan, despite facing criticism for not defending Home Secretary G K Pillai in a joint press conference. Throughout his tenure, Krishna remained a dedicated public servant, with a passion for literature and geopolitics.