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Manmohan Singh Death Latest Updates: 'Opitome of wisdom', says Congress leader Sonia Gandhi on late former PM

Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away at AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday evening at the age of 92 due to age-related health conditions.

Sonali Sharma

Updated : Dec 27, 2024, 11:48 PM IST

Manmohan Singh Death Latest Updates

The last rites of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh will be held on Saturday, an official announcement is expected on Friday. "The last rites of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh will be held the day after tomorrow. We will announce officially..." Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal told reporters in Delhi late Thursday night.

The Congress leader described the demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh as a "painful loss" for the nation. "Dr Manmohan Singh was the real icon of the Congress and the country. A post-independence hero. His mission and ability to govern the country was witnessed by everyone..." he said. He further said that all the programs of the Congress have been cancelled for seven days including the Congress Foundation Day scheduled to be held on December 28.

The body of Dr Manmohan Singh reached his residence at 3 Motilal Nehru Marg late Thursday night from AIIMS and will be placed for the public to pay their last respects. Senior Congress leaders, including Sonia Gandhi, Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party, and MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, visited Dr Singh's residence. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi returned to Delhi from Karnataka's Belagavi, to pay their respects. Congress leaders expressed their condolences and praised Dr Singh's pivotal role in shaping India's economy.

Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away at AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday evening at the age of 92 due to age-related health conditions. He reportedly suffered a sudden loss of consciousness at home before being rushed to AIIMS. "With profound grief, we inform the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, aged 92.

He was being treated for age-related medical conditions and had sudden loss of consciousness at home on 26th December 2024. Resuscitative measures were started immediately at home. He was brought to the Medical Emergency at AIIMS, New Delhi at 8:06 PM. Despite all efforts, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 9:51 PM," AIIMS said in a press release.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh saying that India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders.In a post on X, the Prime Minister said that his thoughts are with the family of Dr Manmohan Singh, his friends and countless admirers.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed grief on the passing away of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday. He highlighted the role Singh played, not only in India's economic reforms but also in providing strategic corrections to Indian foreign policy. Manmohan Singh, born in Punjab in 1932, served two terms as Prime Minister of India- from 2004 to 2014.

He took the oath of office for the first time in 2004, after Congress' win in 2004 Lok Sabha election against Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA. He served his second term from 2009 to 2014. He was then succeeded by PM Narendra Modi in 2014.

(ANI)

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Last rites of former PM Manmohan Singh at 11:45 am Saturday

The last rites of former prime minister Manmohan Singh will be conducted at 11:45 am Saturday at the Nigambodh Ghat crematorium in Delhi with State honours, the Union Home Ministry said.
27 Dec 2024, 06:38 PM
'Epitome of wisdom': Congress leader Sonia Gandhi's message on demise of former PM Manmohan Singh

In Dr Manmohan Singh's passing, we have lost a leader who was the epitome… pic.twitter.com/3rE8I8u8TE
— Congress (@INCIndia) December 27, 2024
27 Dec 2024, 04:04 PM
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu pays final respect to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh and offers condolences to his family

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— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024
27 Dec 2024, 02:48 PM
President Droupadi Murmu pays last respects to former PM Manmohan Singh

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday paid her last respects to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at his residence in Delhi. During her visit, she offered condolences to his family members. In her condolence message, President Murmu said, "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 remembered for his service to the nation, his unblemished political life and his utmost humility. His passing is a great loss to all of us. I pay my respectful homage to one of the greatest sons of Bharat and convey my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and admirers." (ANI)
27 Dec 2024, 11:43 AM
Former PM Manmohan Singh's mortal remains to be kept at AICC HQ, last rites scheduled for Saturday

The daughter of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will arrive in India post-midnight, Congress sources said on Friday, adding that the mortal remains of the former PM will be kept at All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in Delhi for public viewing. The party sources informed that the 'last darshan' will be scheduled for Saturday between 8:00 to 10:00 in the morning. All leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi will pay tribute to the former PM at the AICC office after which the last rites will be carried out.

Singh, renowned for introducing the 1991 economic liberalisation reforms as the Finance Minister of India, will be cremated near Rajghat, at the location where the last rites of Prime Ministers are performed. Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit on Friday morning said that the schedule for public viewing has not been finalised. He said that the schedule for the last rites and public viewing would be finalised after the daughter of the former Prime Minister comes from abroad. The last rites might take place tomorrow, Dikshit added. (ANI)
27 Dec 2024, 10:54 AM
PM Modi pays last respect to former PM Manmohan Singh at his residence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his last respects to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at his residence in Delhi on Friday. The Prime Minister also offered condolences to Manmohan Singh's family on his demise. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Health Minister and BJP National President JP Nadda also paid their last respects to Manmohan Singh.

Congress leaders, including KC Venugopal, were also present at the former PM's residence. Manmohan Singh passed away at AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday evening at the age of 92 due to age-related medical conditions. He had a sudden loss of consciousness at home after which he was rushed to the AIIMS Delhi.

The mortal remains of the former PM will be kept at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in Delhi for public viewing. As per the Congress party sources, the 'last darshan' will be scheduled for Saturday between 8:00 to 10:00 in the morning. (ANI)
27 Dec 2024, 10:14 AM
Union Minister JP Nadda pays final respect to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, at latter's residence in Delhi.

#WATCH | Union Minister JP Nadda pays final respect to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, at latter's residence in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/65RoCUTEgs
— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024
27 Dec 2024, 09:39 AM
The Congress flag at Congress headquarters in Delhi at half mast following the passing away of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

#WATCH | The Congress flag at Congress headquarters in Delhi at half mast following the passing away of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh pic.twitter.com/D68ao7exWB
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27 Dec 2024, 09:36 AM
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh expresses its condolences on the passing away of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

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— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024
27 Dec 2024, 08:39 AM
7-day national mourning declared, Congress cancels all programs till Jan 3

The central government on Friday announced a seven-day national mourning after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night. Dr Manmohan Singh’s last rites to be conducted with full state honours on Saturday.
27 Dec 2024, 08:39 AM
Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh. History will forever honour his pivotal role in the transformative 1991 reforms that reshaped India and opened its doors to the world. A rare leader who spoke softly but achieved monumental strides through his actions, Dr… pic.twitter.com/seW5Fk5hKY— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) December 26, 2024

In his post on X, Adani said, "Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh. History will forever honour his pivotal role in the transformative 1991 reforms that reshaped India and opened its doors to the world. A rare leader who spoke softly but achieved monumental strides through his actions, Dr Singh's life remains a masterclass in leadership, humility and service to the nation and will inspire generations to come."
27 Dec 2024, 08:23 AM
Anand Mahindra, Gautam Adani express grief over the demise of former PM

Business tycoons Anand Mahindra and Gautam Adani expressed their grief over the death of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Thursday. Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group, offered his condolences on X, writing, "Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh. You loved this nation. And your service to it will long be remembered."

Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh. You loved this nation.And your service to it will long be remembered.Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/k3dY5suMYE— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) December 26, 2024
27 Dec 2024, 06:46 AM
Former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed wrote X that he found the former Prime Minister as a "benevolent father figure" and a good friend of Maldives. "So sad to hear Manmohan Singh has passed. I always found him a delight to work with, and like a benevolent father figure. He was a good friend of the Maldives."
27 Dec 2024, 06:44 AM
World Leaders pay tribute to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

Former President of Afghanistan, Hamid Karzai in a post on X said that India has lost one of its most illustrious sons. Calling him an "unwavering ally and friend to the people of Afghanistan", Karzai profoundly mourned Singh's passing and expressed his deepest condolences. "#India has lost one of its most illustrious sons. #Dr_Manmohan_Singh was an unwavering ally and friend to the people of #Afghanistan. I profoundly mourn his passing and extend my deepest condolences to his family, the government, and the people of India. May his soul find eternal peace", Karzai said on X.
27 Dec 2024, 06:34 AM
Condolences pour in from across the globe on demise of former PM Manmohan Singh

Condolences have poured in from across the globe following the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. Leaders from neighbouring countries, including the Maldives and Afghanistan, expressed deep grief over his passing, highlighting his contributions and warm relations with their nations.
27 Dec 2024, 06:26 AM
Last rites of former PM Manmohan Singh to be held on Saturday

The last rites of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh will be held on Saturday, an official announcement is expected on Friday. "The last rites of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh will be held the day after tomorrow. We will announce officially..." Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal told reporters in Delhi late Thursday night.
27 Dec 2024, 06:26 AM
Former PM Manmohan Singh's mortal remains taken from AIIMS, Delhi to his residence

The mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh were taken from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, to his residence at 3 Motilal Nehru Marg in the national capital late on Thursday night.