India is mourning the lack of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who handed away on December 26 on the age of 92 at Delhi’s All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Admitted for age-related well being points, his demise marks the tip of a major chapter in Indian politics. Tributes have been pouring in from internationally, with leaders, celebrities, and netizens expressing their condolences.
Anand Mahindra, chairperson of Mahindra and Mahindra, was amongst those that paid homage. Sharing a heartfelt message on his X account, he wrote, “Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh. You liked this nation. And your service to it’ll lengthy be remembered. Om Shanti,” alongside {a photograph} of the previous Prime Minister. Social media platforms have since been flooded with related sentiments, reflecting the profound respect and admiration folks held for him.
Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh.
You liked this nation.
And your service to it’ll lengthy be remembered.
Om Shanti 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/k3dY5suMYE
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) December 26, 2024
Harsh Goenka, chairman of RPG Enterprises, additionally posted a tribute on his X account. He wrote, “India mourns the lack of Dr Manmohan Singh, a real statesman whose quiet demeanor belied his transformative affect. An architect of financial reforms, he formed fashionable India with mind, grace, and integrity. A frontrunner who let actions converse louder than phrases.”
India mourns the lack of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a real statesman whose quiet demeanor belied his transformative affect. An architect of financial reforms, he formed fashionable India with mind, grace, and integrity. A frontrunner who let actions converse louder than phrases. #RIP
— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) December 26, 2024
Writer Anand Ranganathan shared submit on his X account. He wrote, “When Dr Manmohan Singh arrived, our overseas trade reserves had been 3 billion; when he left, they stood at 300 billion. Uncommon educational, reluctant politician, he pulled India out of a gap and dragged her in the proper course. He was pure gold – glittering but malleable.”
When Dr Manmohan Singh arrived, our overseas trade reserves had been 3 billion; when he left, they stood at 300 billion. Uncommon educational, reluctant politician, he pulled India out of a gap and dragged her in the proper course.
He was pure gold – glittering but malleable. pic.twitter.com/Hj5Cv27rN1
— Anand Ranganathan (@ARanganathan72) December 26, 2024
Enterprise chief Gautam Adani additionally paid his respects, saying, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh. Historical past will perpetually honour his pivotal position within the transformative 1991 reforms that reshaped India and opened its doorways to the world. A uncommon chief who spoke softly however achieved monumental strides via his actions, Dr Singh’s life stays a masterclass in management, humility and repair to the nation and can encourage generations to return.”
Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh. Historical past will perpetually honour his pivotal position within the transformative 1991 reforms that reshaped India and opened its doorways to the world. A uncommon chief who spoke softly however achieved monumental strides via his actions, Dr… pic.twitter.com/seW5Fk5hKY
— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) December 26, 2024
Former Indian cricketers additionally paid their respects. Virender Sehwag wrote, “My heartfelt condolences on the passing away of our former Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh Ji. Om Shanti.”
My heartfelt condolences on the passing away of our former Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh ji.
Om Shanti 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/uPkmiCm5C4— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 26, 2024
Yuvraj Singh paid his respects with a heart-felt message, “A visionary chief and a real statesman who labored tirelessly for India’s progress. His knowledge and humility will all the time be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his family members.”
Unhappy information of the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. A visionary chief and a real statesman who labored tirelessly for India’s progress. His knowledge and humility will all the time be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his family members. 🙏 #ManmohanSingh ji
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) December 26, 2024
Web pages additionally paid tributes.
An X account named “indianhistorypics” posted a throwback image of Singh together with ISRO scientists.
1978 :: Dr. Manmohan Singh Assembly ISRO Scientists#GetWellSoon pic.twitter.com/xkROAT23TW
— indianhistorypics (@IndiaHistorypic) December 26, 2024
Different tribute posts:
Relaxation in peace, Sir Manmohan Singh Ji, Thanks for all you may have performed for this nation.
You had been probably the most humble politician India has ever had. Individuals sometime would undoubtedly perceive what a gem you had been. You’re a perpetually hero. pic.twitter.com/ztxL55O0UM
— Narundar (@NarundarM) December 26, 2024
Financial reforms, quiet dignity, and unparalleled mind. Dr. Manmohan Singh, you had been really considered one of a form. Om Shanti #ManmohanSingh pic.twitter.com/qjdobWj2nx
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) December 26, 2024
AIIMS knowledgeable that Dr Manmohan Singh was rushed to the emergency division following an surprising lack of consciousness at residence. Regardless of resuscitation makes an attempt, he was pronounced lifeless at 9:51 PM.
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