Prime Minister Modi's Heartfelt Condolences on Manmohan Singh's Demise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed profound grief over the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Describing him as one of the nation's distinguished leaders, Modi stated in a tweet that the country is mourning the loss of Manmohan Singh.
Modi praised Singh as a remarkable economist who rose to great heights despite coming from a humble background. Reflecting on Singh's illustrious career, Modi highlighted his significant contributions as the Finance Minister and his impact on India's economic landscape over many years. "As a Member of Parliament, whenever he intervened in discussions, his arguments reflected thoughtful deliberation and deep insight," Modi stated.
The Prime Minister lauded Singh's extensive efforts to improve the lives of the people during his tenure as the nation's leader. Modi reminisced about his interactions with Singh during his time as Gujarat's Chief Minister. "During his tenure as Prime Minister, I frequently engaged with him on various governance-related matters. His words exuded wisdom, and his demeanor was marked by humility," Modi recalled.
Expressing his condolences, Modi extended sympathies to Singh's family, well-wishers, close associates, and countless admirers. "In this time of sorrow, my thoughts are with all who were touched by his legacy," Modi wrote in his tweet.