India has bid farewell to one of its most illustrious sons, Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister and distinguished economist whose contributions to the nation’s landscape and governance left an indelible mark.
Dr. Singh, who passed away at the age of 92 today in New Delhi, was revered for his integrity, intellect, and quiet determination in shaping India’s modern trajectory.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the passing away of former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh. “India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji,” Shri Modi stated.
PM Modi remarked that Dr. Manmohan Singh rose from humble origins to become a respected economist. As our Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh made extensive efforts to improve people’s lives.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. Rising from humble origins, he rose to become a respected economist. He served in various government positions as well, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic… pic.twitter.com/clW00Yv6oP
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 26, 2024
Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji and I interacted regularly when he was PM and I was the CM of Gujarat. We would have extensive deliberations on various subjects relating to governance. His wisdom and humility were always visible.
In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the family of… pic.twitter.com/kAOlbtyGVs
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 26, 2024
President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu wrote:
Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh Ji was one of those rare politicians who also straddled the worlds of academia and administration with equal ease. In his various roles in public offices, he made critical contributions to reforming Indian economy. He will always be…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 26, 2024
Leader of Opposition and Congress stalwart, Rahul Gandhi paid his tributes to the former PM by writing:
Manmohan Singh Ji led India with immense wisdom and integrity. His humility and deep understanding of economics inspired the nation.
My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Kaur and the family.
I have lost a mentor and guide. Millions of us who admired him will remember him with the… pic.twitter.com/bYT5o1ZN2R
—Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 26, 2024
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi also expressed deep grief over the passing away of Singh: He wrote on X:
Deeply saddened by the passing of former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. His dedication, integrity, and calm leadership will always be remembered. May Mahaprabhu Jagannath bless his soul and grant him eternal peace.
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— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) December 26, 2024
Former Odisha CM & BJD President, Naveen Patnaik also mourned the passing away of Singh and wrote:
Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of former Prime Minister #ManmohanSingh. He has served the country illustriously in different capacities. The erudite and humble leader will be remembered as the architect of economic reforms which provided the foundation for the… pic.twitter.com/6DYivAjAG0
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) December 26, 2024
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