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Farewell, Dr Manmohan Singh: India grieves loss of former PM, veteran economist's last rites performed in Delhi

Last updated on - Dec 28, 2024, 13:41 IST
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Dr Manmohan Singh cremated at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh was cremated at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat with full state honours, including a 21-gun salute. The veteran leader passed away on January 26 at 9:15 PM at the age of 92. President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, Union home minister Amit Shah, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, and other dignitaries attended the solemn ceremony to pay their final respects to the visionary economist and statesman.

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Dr Manmohan Singh receives 21-gun salute at state funeral

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh was honoured with a 21-gun salute during his state funeral at Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi.

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Mortal remains of former PM Manmohan Singh brought to Nigambodh Ghat for last rites with full state honours

The mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh were taken from the AICC headquarters to Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi’s Kashmere Gate, where his last rites were performed with full state honours. The solemn ceremony saw the presence of key government dignitaries, including President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Along with family members, prominent political figures and officials paid their respect.

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Manmohan Singh's wife, daughter pay last respects at AICC headquarters

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh's wife, Gursharan Kaur, and daughter, Daman Singh, paid their last respects to him at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) headquarters in New Delhi.

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President Droupadi Murmu pays homage to Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat

President Droupadi Murmu paid her respects to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat during his last rites. The sombre ceremony saw the presence of political leaders, dignitaries, and citizens united in mourning the loss of the esteemed statesman.

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PM Narendra Modi pays homage to Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid his respects to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat, where the last rites were performed.

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Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to former PM Manmohan Singh

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid his respects to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at the AICC headquarters in Delhi. Gandhi, along with senior Congress leaders, attended the solemn occasion to honour the legacy of the renowned economist and statesman.

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Thousands gather at AICC headquarters to pay homage to former PM Manmohan Singh

A sea of people gathered at the AICC headquarters in Delhi to bid farewell to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. Thousands, including party leaders, supporters, and admirers, assembled to pay their last respects to the revered leader, whose contributions to India's growth and development remain unparalleled. The sombre atmosphere reflected the nation’s collective mourning as Dr Singh's mortal remains were later taken to Nigambodh Ghat for the final rites.

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Forces escort mortal remains of former PM Manmohan Singh for last rites at Nigambodh Ghat

The mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh were escorted by forces from the AICC headquarters to Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi, where his last rites were performed with full state honours.

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Dr Singh's mortal remains en route to Nigambodh Ghat

The mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh are being taken to Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat for his final rites.

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Mallikarjun Kharge pays tribute to former PM Manmohan Singh

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge offered his tributes to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at the AICC headquarters in Delhi, Joined by senior party leaders.

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Rahul Gandhi accompanies Dr Singh's family to cremation site

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was seen accompanying Dr singh's wife and other family members to Nigambodh Ghat for his final rites.

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Rahul Gandhi accompanies mortal remains of Manmohan Singh to Nigambodh Ghat

Rahul Gandhi joined the funeral procession, sitting on the escort vehicle carrying the mortal remains of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh to Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi, accompanied by other senior leaders.

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Sonia Gandhi pays homage to former PM Manmohan Singh at AICC headquarters

Sonia Gandhi paid her respects to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at the AICC headquarters in Delhi. She highlighted his unparalleled dedication to the nation, calling him a visionary leader and a pillar of strength during his tenure.

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Priyanka Gandhi pays homage to former PM Manmohan Singh

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at the AICC headquarters in Delhi.

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King of Bhutan pays homage to Dr Manmohan Singh

The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck arrived in India to pay his respects and attend the funeral of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh ghat.

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Bhutan holds special prayer ceremony for Dr Manmohan Singh

A special prayer ceremony was held at the Kuenrey of Tashichhodzong in Bhutan to honour the memory of former Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away on 26 December. As a mark of respect, all national flags across Bhutan and at its embassies and consulates abroad are being flown at half-mast. The gesture symbolises Bhutan’s solidarity with India during this time of mourning. (Source: King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck's social media)

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Akhil Srivastava
513 days ago
Congress should also had asked for the establishing the memorial in the of another former PM P V Narasimha Rao’s memorial in Delhi. After all it was PV Narasimha Rao who drafted Dr Manmohan Singh to be the Finance Minister of India and he unleashed economic reforms.
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