Former Prime Minister of India, Dr Manmohan Singh, breathed his last at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi on Thursday night.
At around 8pm, Manmohan Singh was admitted to AIIMS after his health deteriorated. The veteran Congress leader was brought to the hospital’s emergency department.
As soon as the hospital confirmed the news of his demise, tributes poured in from across the country.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge mourned the loss of ” a lifelong senior colleague, a gentle intellectual and a humble soul”.
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… pic.twitter.com/BvMZh3MFXS
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) December 26, 2024
In his post, he wrote, “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. I mourn the loss of a lifelong senior colleague, a gentle intellectual and a humble soul who embodied the aspirations of India, having risen through the ranks with unwavering dedication. I am proud to have been a part of his Cabinet as Labour Minister, Railway Minister and Social Welfare Minister. A man of action rather than words, his immense contribution to nation-building will forever be etched in the annals of Indian history. In this moment of sorrow, I extend my deepest and heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and countless admirers. May they get the strength to overcome this huge loss. His enduring legacy of ushering in India’s growth, welfare, and policies of inclusivity will forever be cherished. May his soul rest in eternal peace.”
BJP’s National President JP Nadda remembered the great economist and acknowledged the loss for the nation.
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.…
— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) December 26, 2024
In his post, he said, “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. His leadership earned admiration and respect across party lines. Shri Manmohan Singh ji’s legacy will continue to inspire generations in their pursuit of nation-building. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and admirers. Om Shanti.”
Leader Of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who admired Dr Singh, also called him his mentor and a guide.
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
He fondly remembered him, “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 utmost pride.”
In a post on X, Amit Shah prayed for peace to his soul and strength for his family to bear this grief.
पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह जी के निधन की सूचना अत्यंत दुःखद है। भारतीय रिजर्व बैंक में गवर्नर से लेकर देश के वित्त मंत्री और प्रधानमंत्री के रूप में डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह जी ने देश की शासन व्यवस्था में महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई। दुःख की इस घड़ी में उनके परिजनों व समर्थकों के…
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) December 26, 2024
“The news of the demise 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 supporters in this hour of grief. May Waheguru grant peace to his soul and give strength to his family to bear this grief,” the Home Minister said
Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, was profoundly stunned and saddened by the sudden demise of our former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Ji.
Profoundly stunned and saddened by the sudden demise of our former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh ji.
I had worked with him and saw him from very close quarters in the Union Cabinet. His erudition and wisdom were unquestionable, and the depth of the financial reforms ushered in…
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 26, 2024
She wrote, “I had worked with him and saw him from very close quarters in the Union Cabinet. His erudition and wisdom were unquestionable, and the depth of the financial reforms ushered in by him in the country are widely acknowledged . The country will miss his stewardship and I shall miss his affection. My sincere condolences to his family, friends and followers.”
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra remembers the “a uniquely dignified and gentle man in the rough world of politics.”
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
She tweeted, “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, strongwilled and courageous until the end. A uniquely dignified and gentleman in the rough world of politics.”
Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India, Nitin Gadkari, remembered the time of engaging with Dr Singh on several occasions, each interaction leaving a lasting impression.
I am profoundly saddened by the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. His invaluable contribution to shaping India’s economic trajectory remains a cornerstone of our nation’s progress.
A leader of unparalleled humility and quiet strength, he always placed the…
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) December 26, 2024
In his post he said, “I am profoundly saddened by the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. His invaluable contribution to shaping India’s economic trajectory remains a cornerstone of our nation’s progress. A leader of unparalleled humility and quiet strength, he always placed the country’s welfare above all else. During my tenure as BJP President, I had the privilege of engaging with him on several occasions, each interaction leaving a lasting impression. Today, India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished sons. I extend my deepest condolences to Dr. Singh Ji’s family and countless admirers. Om Shanti.”
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh remembered the time when Dr Singh recruited him to the Planning Commission in Sept 1986.
An extremely full and extraordinarily distinguished life has ended.
Chief Economic Adviser, Finance Secretary, Governor RBI, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Finance Minister, and Prime Minister of India.
An alumnus of both Oxford and Cambridge. Winner of the prestigious…
— Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) December 26, 2024
In his heartfelt note, he said, “An extremely full and extraordinarily distinguished life has ended. Chief Economic Adviser, Finance Secretary, Governor RBI, Deputy Chairman Planning Commission, Finance Minister, and Prime Minister of India. An alumnus of both Oxford and Cambridge. Winner of the prestigious Adam Smith Prize at Cambridge in 1956. Soft-spoken, sober, and always dignified, he had a steely resolve. He was the technocratic transformer of the Indian economy through his 1991, 1992, and other budgets. His Prime Ministership saw revolutionary legislation relating to rural employment, tribal rights, reservations for scheduled castes, scheduled tribes and OBCs, primary education, food security, and land acquisition. The Indo-US nuclear agreement was a landmark that enhanced India’s global status. His Prime Ministership saw the highest GDP growth rate in the country’s history. He was a gentleman to the core, and one who bore no ill-will or malice to anyone. He believed in and practised the politics of dialogue, consensus, and accommodation even under difficult circumstances. Humility and integrity defined him. Those who sought to besmirch him revealed their own true colours. Many of the initiatives he took as PM were marketed, branded, and projected as his successor’s contributions. But Dr. Singh never minded and would give his trademark smile. He recruited me to the Planning Commission in Sept 1986 and since then it, was my good fortune to have been associated intimately with him for the next 38 years. In his inimitable and distinctive way, Dr. Manmohan Singh has left his indelible imprint on our history.”
Former Chief Minister Of Haryana Bhupinder S Hooda paid his last respect to Dr Singh.
दुनिया के महान् अर्थशास्त्री, भारत में आर्थिक सुधारों के पुरोधा और अपने काम के ज़रिये देश को प्रगति पथ पर आगे बढ़ाकर दुनिया भर में अलग पहचान दिलाने वाले पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह जी के निधन की खबर से मन व्यथित है।
उनके जाने से राजनीतिक जगत् को अपूरणीय क्षति हुई है, जो… pic.twitter.com/MTLZEzbQib
— Bhupinder S Hooda (@BhupinderShooda) December 26, 2024
He wrote, “I am saddened by the news of the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, a great economist of the world, a pioneer of economic reforms in India and one who, through his work, took the country forward on the path of progress and gave it a distinct identity across the world. His departure has caused an irreparable loss to the political world, which will be extremely difficult to compensate in the near future. Heartfelt tribute to the departed soul, deep condolences to the family and supporters.”
Even industrialists mourned the great loss. Gautam Adani said Singh’s life remains a masterclass in leadership, humility and service to the nation and will inspire generations to come.
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
He 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.”
