NEW DELHI: Former prime minister and Congress veteran died at the age of 92 in New Delhi. He was admitted to the emergency room of AIIMS Hospital on Thursday evening.
He was India’s Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. His political career ended in early April this year when he retired from the Rajya Sabha.
Singh, who was finance minister in the government led by Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao from 1991 to 1996, is considered one of the key architects of the government’s economic reforms that broke the stranglehold of socialist-era policies.

In his political career, Singh has been a member of the Rajya Sabha since 1991, where he was Leader of the Opposition between 1998 and 2004.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his activism, had remarked earlier this year: “Dr. Manmohan Singh even worked in a wheelchair.”
Prime Minister Modi hails Manmohan Singh as “most outstanding leaders”.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi regretted Singh’s death and said India mourned the loss of one of its most respected leaders.
He told Minister who has left a strong mark on our economic policy over the years. Even as our Prime Minister, he made extensive efforts to improve people’s lives.
Singh played an important role in the country’s governance, says Amit Shah
“The news of the death of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh is extremely sad. From Governor of the Reserve Bank of India to Finance Minister of the country and Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh plays an important role in governance.” “I extend my condolences to his family and supporters in this hour of grief. May Waheguru give peace to his soul and give his family the strength to bear this grief,” Home Minister Amit Shah said in a post on X.
Gautam Adani, Chairman, Adani Group, said in a post: “I am deeply saddened by the demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh. History will forever honor his pivotal role in the transformative reforms of 1991 that transformed India and opened its doors to the world. A rare leader who spoke softly.” Although Dr. While Singh has made tremendous strides through his actions, his life remains a masterclass in leadership, humility and service to the nation and will inspire generations to come.”
“His honesty will always inspire us,” says Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra also consoled over the death of the former prime minister. She told X: “Few people in politics inspire as much respect as Sardar Manmohan Singh Ji. His honesty will always be an inspiration to us and he will forever stand tall among those who truly love this country as someone who remained steadfast in his commitment to serve the nation despite facing unfair and deeply personal attacks was exposed to by his opponents. He was truly egalitarian, wise, strong-willed and courageous until the end of the world of politics.”
– kharge (@kharge) “I have lost a mentor and guide,” says Rahul Gandhi
“Manmohan Singh Ji led India with immense wisdom and integrity. His humility and deep understanding of economics inspired the nation. My deepest condolences go out to Ms. Kaur and the family. I have lost a mentor and guide. Millions of us who admired him will remember this.” “I am very proud of him,” Rahul Gandhi said in a post on X.