India mourns the loss of its former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday, December 26 due to age-related health issues. AIIMS New Delhi confirmed the news, stating he breathed his last on Thursday night. Known as the architect of India’s economic reforms and a symbol of integrity, his demise has left the nation grieving. The Government has decided to allocate space for a memorial to honour the former Prime Minister, the Ministry of Home Affairs said on December 27.
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Manmohan Singh Funeral
A seven-day national mourning will be observed as a mark of respect. During this period, the national flag will be flown at half-mast across India, the Union Home Ministry said. The last rights are underway with full state honours at Delhi's Nighambodh Ghat crematorium on December 28. Several politicians attended the funeral.
PM Narendra Modi visits Manmohan Singh’s home in New Delhi after the former prime minister’s death. | Image: Pib/Press Information/Planet Pix/ZUMA Press Wire/REX/Shutterstock
According to The Hindu, the mortal remains were earlier kept inside the All India Congress Committee headquarters with top leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, and Mallikarjun Kharge paying their respects. Manmohan Singh's wife Gursharan Kaur and three daughters placed a wreath on his body.
The slogans "Manmohan Singh amar rahe" and “Jab tak suraj chand rahega, tab tak tera naam rahega” were chanted on the way to Nighambodh Ghat. Rahul Gandhi also accompanied the procession alongside Singh’s relatives. The procession carrying reached the crematorium at around 11.30 am.
VIDEO | Delhi: Final journey of former PM Manmohan Singh begins as his mortal remains leave AICC headquarters for Nigambodh Ghat in flower-bedecked vehicle.
Several celebrities took to social media to express their heartfelt condolences. Actor-director Kamal Haasan posted on X, saying, "India has lost one of its most eminent statesmen and scholars. The passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh marks the end of an era in Indian polity. His governance was marked by a deep commitment to inclusivity and social justice, ensuring India's progress reached every corner of society."
India has lost one of its most eminent statesmen and scholars. The passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh marks the end of an era in Indian polity. A man of quiet dignity, he reshaped the nation through his visionary economic and social policies.
Madhuri Dixit shared her tribute on Instagram Stories, stating, “Dr. Manmohan Singh's journey and service to the nation reflect true wisdom and grace. His leadership reminds us that quiet determination can move mountains. My deepest condolences to his family and countless loved ones. Om Shanti.”
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Sunny Deol also paid homage via Instagram, calling Dr Singh a “visionary leader” and writing, "His wisdom, integrity, and contributions to the nation's growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences. #RIPDrManmohanSingh."
I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a visionary leader who played a pivotal role in shaping India’s economic liberalization. His wisdom, integrity& contributions to the nation’s growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences. #RIPDrManmohanSinghpic.twitter.com/Y5lybTCmTv
Swara Bhasker also paid tribute on X by sharing a picture of Dr Manmohan Singh presenting her with honour. Dressed in a white saree in the photograph, Swara wrote, “The demise of #ManmohanSingh ji, who (looking back) presided over India’s actual ‘Acchey Din,’ feels like the end of an era when India was actually (more) democratic when Indians were free(er) of fear & intolerance, and when Indian public discourse had more decency. Farewell, Dr. Singh. You gave India more than you got credit for.”
The demise of #ManmohanSingh ji who (looking back) presided over India’s actual ‘Acchey Din’ feels like the end of an era when India was actually (more) democratic , when Indians were free(er) of fear & intolerance and when Indian public discourse had more decency. Farewell Dr.… pic.twitter.com/asNreUDr2r
Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh shared a simple yet heartfelt tribute with a picture of Dr. Singh, captioned, “Oh Waheguru (folded hands emoji).”
Actor-comedian Kapil Sharma shared a throwback picture with the former Prime Minister and wrote, "India has lost one of its finest leaders today. Dr Manmohan Singh, the architect of India's economic reforms and a symbol of integrity and humility, leaves behind a legacy of progress and hope."
“India has lost one of its finest leaders today. Dr. Manmohan Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms and a symbol of integrity and humility, leaves behind a legacy of progress and hope.
His wisdom, dedication, and vision transformed our nation. Rest in peace, Dr.… pic.twitter.com/BsSKsclbeK
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his grief, stating, "India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. Rising from humble origins, he became a respected economist and prime minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic policy over the years."
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
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