Last Rites of Dr Manmohan Singh Begin with Full State Honours
Dr. Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, is being laid to rest today with full state honours at Nigambodh Ghat, a prominent cremation ground in Delhi. Known for being the ‘architect of India’s economic reforms’, Dr. Singh served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014 under the Congress-led UPA government. His tenure marked significant economic changes, including liberalization and growth reforms that transformed India’s economy.
Today, many politicians and dignitaries are attending his funeral to pay tribute to his contributions to the country. Singh’s leadership during a period of economic liberalization and his diplomatic efforts on the global stage left a lasting impact on India’s development trajectory. His passing has left the nation in mourning, with tributes pouring in from across political lines and the public.
