Manmohan Singh / US Foreign Minister paid tribute to Manmohan Singh, told the reasons to remember him

Manmohan Singh: Tribute messages are pouring in from across the world on the demise of former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed deep condolences on the demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh and praised his leadership and contribution.

Blinken's tribute: Leadership that strengthened India-US relations

Blinken described Dr. Manmohan Singh as one of the biggest supporters of the India-US strategic partnership. He said, "Dr. Singh played an unprecedented role in accelerating economic reforms in India and taking US-India relations to new heights. The US-India civil nuclear cooperation agreement signed under his leadership indicated that the relationship between the two countries could become even stronger."

Blinken said that Dr. Singh's contribution is unforgettable in laying the foundation of the India-US strategic partnership. He said, "We mourn his demise and will always remember his dedication to bring India and America closer."

Pioneer of economic reforms in India

Dr. Manmohan Singh is remembered as the father of economic reforms in India. Blinken said the reforms he carried out led India to rapid economic growth. "Dr. Singh helped establish India as a major force on the global economic stage," he said.

Manmohan Singh: Pillars of Politics and Diplomacy

Born in Punjab in 1932, Dr. Manmohan Singh was a scholar economist and a visionary leader. As India's Finance Minister in 1991, he introduced liberalization policies that globalized the Indian economy.

Dr. Singh, who was the Prime Minister of India for two terms, took office in 2004 after the Congress Party won the election by defeating the NDA led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee. During his tenure as Prime Minister, India achieved many achievements in the field of development, international relations and domestic stability.

Died in AIIMS after fainting at home

Dr. Manmohan Singh died on 26 December 2024 at the age of 92 in AIIMS, Delhi. He had suddenly fainted at home, after which he was taken to AIIMS. According to the hospital, "He was undergoing treatment for age-related ailments, but despite all efforts, he could not be saved."

33 years of parliamentary contribution

Dr. Singh served as a Rajya Sabha MP for 33 years. He retired from the Rajya Sabha in early 2024. His political life and diplomatic contribution will be recorded in the golden chapters of Indian politics.

Tributes pouring in from around the world

With the demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh, not only India, but the global community has lost a leader who set new dimensions of international relations and development through his scholarship and calm leadership. Leaders of many countries, including the US, condoled his demise and saluted his contribution.

Dr. Singh's life is a source of inspiration. His policies, vision, and leadership will continue to be a guide for generations to come.