New Delhi: Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday from age-related illnesses. He was ninety-two.
"We regret to announce the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, the former prime minister of India, who was 92 years old. On December 26, 2024, while receiving treatment for age-related illnesses, he suddenly passed out at home, according to AIIMS.
"At home, resuscitation efforts were initiated right away. At 8:06 p.m., he was taken to AIIMS, New Delhi's medical emergency room. He could not be revived despite every attempt, and at 9:51 p.m., AIIMS proclaimed him dead.
Manmohan Singh was Prime Minister for two terms in the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government from 2004 to 2014. He had been in poor health for the last few months.
The former prime minister is survived by wife Gurcharan Singh and three daughters.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a post on X condoled the death of the leader.
"India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr Manmohan Singh ji. Rising from humble origins, he rose to become a respected economist. He served in various government positions as well, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic policy over the years. His interventions in parliament were also insightful. As our Prime Minister, he made extensive efforts to improve people's lives," PM Modi said.
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