Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed profound sorrow over the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, describing him as a visionary leader whose contributions significantly advanced the nation.
In his condolence message, the Chief Minister highlighted:
- Manmohan Singh’s leadership: His tenure witnessed India’s remarkable progress across various sectors, establishing a new global identity for the country.
- Economic Liberalization: Singh’s policies facilitated foreign investments, driving India’s economic transformation.
- Historic Policies: Initiatives like the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and the Right to Information Act (RTI) brought transparency, accountability, and socio-economic upliftment.
Sukhu stated, “Manmohan Singh will always be remembered for his services and contributions as an economist, politician, and Prime Minister.” The Chief Minister prayed for peace to Singh’s departed soul and strength for his family.
Congress Working Committee Meeting Scheduled
A Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting has been called at 5:30 PM today at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi to honor the legacy of Manmohan Singh, announced Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal.
- “A Congress Working Committee meeting comprising the CWC Members, Permanent & Special Invitees is being convened at 5:30 PM today in AICC HQ to pay homage to the former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh ji,” Venugopal posted on X.
Legacy of Manmohan Singh
- Birth and Early Life: Born on September 26, 1932, Singh served as an economist, Reserve Bank of India governor (1982-1985), and later as the 13th Prime Minister of India (2004-2014).
- Economic Architect: Credited for the 1991 economic liberalization, Singh’s reforms opened the Indian economy to foreign investors, bolstering FDI and reducing government control.
- Historic Achievements: The introduction of MGNREGA and RTI under his government empowered marginalized communities and enhanced government transparency.
- Longest-Serving PM Post-Independence: After Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi, Singh was India’s longest-serving Prime Minister.
Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26, 2024, at AIIMS, Delhi, at the age of 92 due to age-related complications. His leadership and reforms have left an indelible mark on India’s history.