Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Passes Away At The Age Of 92. Robert Vadra made the official announcement of his demise. In the social media post he quoted, “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of frmr 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.”
Dr. Manmohan Singh is widely regarded as one of the most distinguished Prime Ministers of India, particularly known for his contributions to India’s economic reforms and international standing. Born on September 26, 1932, in Gah, now in Pakistan, Singh is an accomplished economist and politician who served as the 13th Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014. His tenure is especially remembered for his pivotal role in India’s economic liberalization, which transformed the country into one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
Before becoming Prime Minister, Dr. Singh held several key positions in the government, including the Finance Minister in the early 1990s. His leadership during the 1991 economic crisis was crucial in steering India away from a near-bankrupt situation. As Finance Minister, he oversaw critical economic reforms such as the devaluation of the rupee, the dismantling of the License Raj, and opening up the economy to foreign investments, which led to rapid economic growth and integration into the global economy.
Under his leadership as Prime Minister, India experienced a period of political stability and growth. Dr. Singh continued to champion economic reforms, focusing on infrastructure, technology, and education. He was instrumental in the passage of landmark legislation like the Right to Information Act (2005) and the National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (2005), both of which had a significant impact on governance and poverty alleviation.
Though he is credited with enhancing India’s economic position globally, Dr. Singh’s time in office was not without challenges. His second term, which began in 2009, saw difficulties such as coalition politics and controversies involving corruption scandals. Despite these obstacles, Dr. Singh remained a figure of integrity and calm, gaining respect both domestically and internationally for his intellectual rigor and humility.
Dr. Manmohan Singh’s legacy as a statesman, economist, and Prime Minister remains profound. He is celebrated for his vision of a modern, prosperous India and his efforts to transform it into a more open and globally connected economy. Even after his time as Prime Minister, his influence continues to be felt, as his policies laid the foundation for the economic path India has taken in the 21st century.
BJP national president and Union Health Minister JP Nadda tweets, "The passing of Former Prime Minister and Economist Shri Manmohan Singh ji is an immense loss for the nation. A visionary statesman and a stalwart of Indian politics, throughout his remarkable career in public service, he consistently voiced for the welfare of the downtrodden...."
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar tweets, "Deeply pained to learn about the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji, former Prime Minister and a distinguished economist who transformed India's economic landscape. A Padma Vibhushan awardee and architect of India's economic liberalisation in 1991, he boldly steered our nation through a critical transition, opening new pathways for growth and prosperity..."
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge tweets, "Undoubtedly, history shall judge you kindly, Dr. Manmohan Singh ji! With the passing of the Former Prime Minister, India has lost a visionary statesman, a leader of unimpeachable integrity, and an economist of unparalleled stature. His policy of Economic Liberalisation and Rights-based welfare paradigm profoundly transformed the lives of crores of Indians, virtually creating a Middle Class in India and lifting crores out of poverty..."
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra tweets, "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 despite being subjected to unfair and deeply personal attacks by his opponents. He was genuinely egalitarian, wise, strong-willed and courageous until the end. A uniquely dignified gentleman in the rough world of politics."
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