Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, an iconic figure in Indian politics and economics, passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. He was rushed to AIIMS after a sudden loss of consciousness and was declared dead at 9:51 pm.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed his grief in an emotional message on X, calling Dr. Singh a mentor and guide. “Manmohan Singhji led India with immense wisdom and integrity. His humility and deep understanding of economics inspired the nation. I have lost a mentor and guide. Millions of us who admired him will remember him with the utmost pride,” Mr. Gandhi wrote.
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
Rahul Gandhi’s sister, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, also paid tribute, highlighting Dr. Singh’s honesty and resilience. “Few people in politics inspire the kind of respect Sardar Manmohan Singhji did. His honesty will always be an inspiration for us, and he will forever stand tall among those who truly love this country,” she posted.
Few people in politics inspire the kind of respect that Sardar Manmohan Singh ji did.
His honesty will always be an inspiration for us and he will forever stand tall among those who truly love this country as someone who remained steadfast in his commitment to serve the nation… pic.twitter.com/BXA6zHG2Fq
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) December 26, 2024
Dr. Singh’s death has left a deep void in Indian politics. Tributes have poured in from across the country, remembering him as a leader who combined vision with integrity and humility.
Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced soon.
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