World leaders have expressed grief over the demise of former President Pranab Mukherjee.<br />'' <br />''Prime Minister of Nepal K P Sharma Oli said, in his demise, Nepal has lost a great friend. He said, people of Nepal remember his contributions in strengthening Nepal-India relations in different capacities of his public life. <br />''<br />''Mr Oli expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of India as well as the bereaved family members.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Mahinda Rajapaksa said, Mr Mukherjee was a statesman par excellence, a writer and a man loved by all. He said, the passion with which he served his nation is unparalleled. He expressed condolences to his family and friends.</span><br />