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Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. He was admitted to the emergency ward of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi after a sudden loss of consciousness at home. The AIIMS medical team confirmed his passing at 9:51 PM despite efforts to revive him.
Dr. Singh, a towering figure in Indian politics and economics, served as the Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014. Known for his integrity and calm demeanor, he made significant contributions to India's growth and stability.
His political journey spanned decades, including a 33-year-long tenure in the Rajya Sabha, which he retired from in April this year. Before becoming Prime Minister, Dr. Singh played a pivotal role in shaping India’s economic landscape as the Finance Minister under Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao. He is widely recognized as the architect of the 1991 economic reforms, which steered the nation away from financial crisis and into an era of economic liberalization.
The AIIMS released a statement regarding his demise, stating, “With profound grief, we inform the demise of the former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh, aged 92. He was being treated for age-related medical conditions and had a sudden loss of consciousness at home on 26 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.”
Dr. Singh is survived by his wife, Gurcharan Singh, and three daughters.
Several political leaders, including Congress stalwarts Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, rushed to the hospital upon hearing the news.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda expressed his condolences on the social media platform X, writing, "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."
The nation mourns the loss of a true statesman, visionary economist, and gentle leader who left an indelible mark on India’s political and economic history.
