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India bids farewell to Dr Manmohan Singh; tributes pour in for the visionary leader

People from all walks of life expressed their sorrow on social media, with many describing his passing as marking the “end of an era.”

Tributes pour in as India bids farewell to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

India is mourning the loss of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away on December 26 at the age of 92 at Delhi’s All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Admitted for age-related health issues, his demise marks the end of a significant chapter in Indian politics. Tributes have been pouring in from across the world, with leaders, celebrities, and netizens expressing their condolences.

Anand Mahindra, chairperson of Mahindra and Mahindra, was among those who paid homage. Sharing a heartfelt message on his X account, he wrote, “Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh. You loved this nation. And your service to it will long be remembered. Om Shanti,” alongside a photograph of the former Prime Minister. Social media platforms have since been flooded with similar sentiments, reflecting the profound respect and admiration people held for him.

Farewell Dr. Manmohan Singh.

You loved this nation.

And your service to it will long be remembered.

Om Shanti 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/k3dY5suMYE

— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) December 26, 2024

Harsh Goenka, chairman of RPG Enterprises, also posted a tribute on his X account. He wrote, “India mourns the loss of Dr Manmohan Singh, a true statesman whose quiet demeanor belied his transformative impact. An architect of economic reforms, he shaped modern India with intellect, grace, and integrity. A leader who let actions speak louder than words.”

India mourns the loss of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a true statesman whose quiet demeanor belied his transformative impact. An architect of economic reforms, he shaped modern India with intellect, grace, and integrity. A leader who let actions speak louder than words. #RIP

— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) December 26, 2024

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Author Anand Ranganathan shared post on his X account. He wrote, “When Dr Manmohan Singh arrived, our foreign exchange reserves were 3 billion; when he left, they stood at 300 billion. Rare academic, reluctant politician, he pulled India out of a hole and dragged her in the right direction. He was pure gold – glittering yet malleable.”

When Dr Manmohan Singh arrived, our foreign exchange reserves were 3 billion; when he left, they stood at 300 billion. Rare academic, reluctant politician, he pulled India out of a hole and dragged her in the right direction.

He was pure gold – glittering yet malleable. pic.twitter.com/Hj5Cv27rN1

— Anand Ranganathan (@ARanganathan72) December 26, 2024

Business leader Gautam Adani also paid his respects, saying, “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.”

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

Former Indian cricketers also 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 leader and a true statesman who worked tirelessly for India’s progress. His wisdom and humility will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones.”

Sad news of the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. A visionary leader and a true statesman who worked tirelessly for India’s progress. His wisdom and humility will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones. 🙏 #ManmohanSingh ji

— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) December 26, 2024

Internet pages also paid tributes.

An X account named “indianhistorypics” posted a throwback picture of Singh along with ISRO scientists.