Former Prime Minister and Congress veteran Manmohan Singh dies aged 92 India news

NEW DELHI: Former Prime Minister and Congress veteran passed away at the age of 92 in New Delhi. He was admitted to the emergency department of the AIIMS hospital on Thursday evening.
He served as the Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014. His political career ended earlier this year in April when he retired from the Rajya Sabha.
Singh, who was the finance minister in the then prime minister PV Narasimha Rao-led dispensation from 1991-1996, is credited as a key architect of the economic reforms effected by the government, which broke the stranglehold of socialist-era policies.

In his political career, Singh had been a member of the Rajya Sabha since 1991, serving as the Leader of the Opposition between 1998 and 2004.
Famous for his dedication, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier this year remarked, “Dr. Manmohan Singh himself worked in a wheelchair.”
‘Most Eminent Leaders’, PM Modi pays tribute to Manmohan Singh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled Singh’s demise and said India mourns the loss of one of its most prominent leaders.
Taking to X, he said, “India mourns the loss of one of its most prominent leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. He came from humble origins and rose to become a respected economist. He also served in various government positions, including as Finance Minister, who has left a strong mark on our economic policy over the years.His intervention in the Folketing was also insightful.
Singh played an important role in the governance of the country, says Amit Shah
“The news of the death of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh is extremely sad. From being the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India to the Finance Minister of the country and as the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh played an important role in the governance of the country, I express my condolences to his family and support in this hour of grief, may Waheguru give peace to his soul and give strength to his family to bear this grief Minister Amit Shah in a post on X.
Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani said in a statement: “Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh. History will forever honor 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 progress through his actions, Dr Singh’s life remains a master class in leadership, humility and service to the nation and will inspire generations to come.”
His honesty will always be an inspiration to us, says Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also condoled the demise of the former prime minister. Taking to X, she said, “Few people in politics inspire the kind of respect that Sardar Manmohan Singh ji did. His honesty will always be an inspiration to us and he will forever stand tall among those who truly love this country as one who remained steadfast in his commitment to serve the nation despite being subjected to unfair and deeply personal attacks by his opponents dignified and gentle man in the harsh world of politics.”
— kharge (@kharge) I have lost a mentor and guide, says Rahul Gandhi
“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 family. I have lost a mentor and guide. Millions of us who admired him will remember him with utmost pride,” Rahul Gandhi said in a post on X.