Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, a towering figure in Indian politics and an esteemed economist, passed away at the age of 92 on December 26, 2024. Dr. Singh, who had been unwell, was admitted to the emergency department of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi earlier today after his health took a critical turn. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, he could not recover and was declared dead later in the evening.
Earlier in the Day
The former Prime Minister was rushed to AIIMS Delhi under emergency circumstances. His health had deteriorated significantly, leading to his admission. The hospital has yet to release an official statement regarding the cause of his demise.
A Nation in Mourning
Tributes have been pouring in from across the political spectrum and the world. Robert Vadra expressed his grief on Twitter, saying:
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh ji.
My deepest condolences for his family and loved ones.
Thank you for your service to our Nation.
You will always be remembered for your Economic revolution and progressive changes, you brought to the country. 🙏प्रधानमंत्री मनमोहन सिंह जी के निधन के बारे में जानकर मुझे गहरा दुख हुआ है।
उनके परिवार और प्रियजनों के प्रति मेरी गहरी संवेदनाएँ।
हमारे राष्ट्र के प्रति आपकी सेवा के लिए धन्यवाद।
देश में आपके द्वारा लाई गई आर्थिक क्रांति और प्रगतिशील बदलावों के लिए आपको हमेशा याद किया जाएगा।”
https://twitter.com/irobertvadra/status/1872318090362687803
A Legacy of Leadership
Dr. Manmohan Singh served as the Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014, navigating the country through a transformative economic and political period. As the architect of India’s economic liberalization in the 1990s, he is remembered for his visionary policies that brought about sustained growth and development. His leadership, marked by humility and steadfastness, left an indelible mark on the nation’s history.
