“I express my deep condolences to the family and friends of Kheda Saratova ... The departure of Kheda Saratova is an irreparable loss for the entire Russian human rights community.

A blessed memory, ”the message on the Ombudsman's website says.

Moskalkova stressed that Saratova was "infinitely devoted to her cause, always upheld truth and justice, and strived to ensure that the rights and legitimate interests of a person and citizen were strictly observed."

Earlier it was reported that Kheda Saratova died as a result of an illness.