Chief Minister Expresses Grief Over the Demise of Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh

SHIMLA-27^thDecember, 2024Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh. Dr. Manmohan Singh breathed his last yesterday at AIIMS in New Delhi. He was 92 years old.

In his condolence message, the Chief Minister said that Dr. Manmohan Singh was a great and visionary leader and his demise is an immense loss to the nation. He noted that during Dr. Manmohan Singh's tenure, India made unprecedented progress in various sectors. His policies and programs helped India gain a new global identity.

Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stated that during Dr. Manmohan Singh's tenure, policies of economic liberalization were implemented, which boosted foreign investment in the country. He made several historic decisions during his tenure, bringing positive changes in the Indian society and economy.

The Chief Minister mentioned that under Dr. Manmohan Singh's leadership, the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA) was implemented, which proved to be a historic step in providing employment to the poor and marginalized sections of society. During his tenure, the Right to Information Act was passed, ensuring transparency and accountability in government processes. Several important laws were enacted during his tenure, paving way for the nation's progress.

The Chief Minister said that Dr. Manmohan Singh will always be remembered for his services and contributions as an economist, politician and Prime Minister.

The Chief Minister prayed to the Almighty for peace to the departed soul and eternal rest in his divine abode.

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Mukesh Agnihotri expresses profound sorrow over demise of former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh

SHIMLA-27^th December, 2024-Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri has expressed profound sorrow on the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, a renowned economist and senior Congress leader, who breathed his last at the age of 92 at AIIMS in Delhi yesterday late evening.

Mukesh Agnihotri hailed Dr.Manmohan Singh as the architect of India's economic reforms. As a Finance Minister from 1991-96, Dr. Manmohan Singh charted a new course for India's economic policy, and later, as Prime Minister from 2004-14, his initiatives propelled India's development and elevated its status among the world's top economies.

The Deputy Chief Minister praised Dr. Manmohan Singh's unwavering commitment to high ideals throughout his political career, earning him a place among India's most esteemed leaders. Mukesh Agnihotri offered prayers to the Almighty for the peace and solace of Dr.Manmohan Singh's soul.

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Ministers condole demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh

SHIMLA ,27^th December, 2024Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. (Col.) Dhani Ram Shandil, Agriculture Minister Prof. Chander Kumar, Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan, Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, Education Minister Rohit Thakur, Panchayati Raj Minister Anirudh Singh, Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh, Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani, AYUSH Minister Yadavinder Goma and Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Singh Pathania have expressed profound grief over the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Chief Minister's Political Advisor Sunil Sharma, Principal Advisor (Media) Naresh Chauhan and Principal Advisor (Information Technology and Innovation) Gokul Butail have also conveyed their heartfelt condolences on this great loss.

Additionally, chairmen and vice chairmen of various state commissions, corporations and boards, along with numerous other dignitaries, have expressed sorrow and extended prayers for the departed soul.

They all prayed for the Almighty to grant eternal peace to Dr. Manmohan Singh and strength to his family in this time of grief.