All cutting across party lines condole Manmohan
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IMP/GHY, Dec 27 : Cutting across party lines, political leaders across North East States mourned the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.
Dr Manmohan Singh breathed his last at AIIMS in Delhi last night at the age of 92.
"I am profoundly aggrieved to learn about the demise of Dr Manmohan Singh," said Chief Minister N Biren Singh in his condolence message.
Saying that Dr Manmohan Singh was an extraordinary statesman and a visionary leader with exceptional intelligence, the Chief Minister added that the demise of the former Prime Minister is an irreparable loss for the entire Nation.
He went on to state that Dr Manmohan was the architect of India's economic liberalisation, opening up the country to foreign investments and policies that led to its transformation to a global power house.
The void created by his demise would be extremely difficult to fill, said N Biren while stating that his thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family.
May the departed soul rest in eternal peace, he prayed.
Speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly Th Satyabrata, on the other hand, said that Dr Manmohan Singh was a distinguished economist and a true statesman whose legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
"It is with profound sorrow that we mourn the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh," the Speaker said.
Stating that the visionary leadership of Dr Manmohan Singh during the economic crisis of 1991 steered India towards a path of economic rejuvenation and self reliance, Satyabrata said that the tenure of Dr Manmohan Singh as the Prime Minister was marked by significant reforms and initiatives that have left an indelible mark on the Nation's development.
Satyabrata prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace while extending his condolence to the bereaved family.
President of BJP, Manipur unit A Sharda Devi too extended her condolences.
In her message, Sharda Devi said that India has lost a true gentleman, a great leader and an eminent economist in the person of Dr Manmohan Singh who can never be replaced.
CPI, Manipur State Council, in its condolence message, said that Dr Manmohan Singh was a calm and a rare politician who served the country as Prime Minister for two terms from 2004 to 2014.
Chief Ministers of other North Eastern States also extended their deep condolences over the death of the former Prime Minister.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in a post on X said: "I have had the privilege of knowing Dr Manmohan Singh ji since 1991, when he was first elected to the Rajya Sabha from Assam, a State he represented for 28 years."
He said "Dr Sahab embodied humility and never surrendered to the trappings of power".
“In all my interactions with him, his simplicity and decency combined with his intellectual prowess always stood out. During his tenure as Prime Minister, I have had the opportunity to interact with him on several occasions regarding issues pertaining to Assam, and he always gave us a patient hearing and displayed a strong conviction towards social issues,” the Assam Chief Minister said.
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio also paid tribute to Dr Manmohan Singh, describing him as a "humble visionary" who played a pivotal role in India's economic advancement.
Rio praised the former Prime Minister's "calm leadership, wisdom, and humility", saying that "his legacy will always be remembered."
Taking to his microblogging site X, Rio shared a picture of Singh and stated, "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh, a humble visionary who shaped India’s economic growth. His calm leadership, wisdom, and humility will always be remembered. I extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace."
Moreover, CM Rio's two Deputy Chief Ministers Y Patton and TR Zeliang also condoled the death of the former Prime Minister.
Expressing his condolences, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said: "Deeply saddened by the passing of former PM of India and veteran Congress leader Manmohan Singh Ji. His contributions in nation building and shaping the economic landscape of the country will always be remembered. May the departed soul find eternal peace!
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said: "Extremely saddening to learn of the demise of former Prime Minister and distinguished economist Dr Manmohan Singh Ji. It's a huge loss to the Nation.
"His phenomenal contributions to economic reforms as the Finance Minister in the early 1990s laid the foundation of a vibrant and resilient India. Dr Singh's passing marks the end of an era in Indian politics. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members, kin, admirers, and followers. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace. Om Shanti."
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said: "Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. His unparalleled contributions to India's growth and governance will always be remembered. Heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace."
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, expressing his condolences over the death of the former Prime Minister wrote on X: "Deeply saddened by the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh ji. I recall his remarkable legacy as a distinguished economist, erudite scholar, and a leader who rose from humble beginnings.
"He will be remembered for his vast contributions towards the growth of modern India. On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Meghalaya, I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, admirers, and supporters. India will always cherish, remember, and take inspiration from his contributions. May his soul rest in eternal peace."
IMP/GHY, Dec 27 : Cutting across party lines, political leaders across North East States mourned the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.
Dr Manmohan Singh breathed his last at AIIMS in Delhi last night at the age of 92.
"I am profoundly aggrieved to learn about the demise of Dr Manmohan Singh," said Chief Minister N Biren Singh in his condolence message.
Saying that Dr Manmohan Singh was an extraordinary statesman and a visionary leader with exceptional intelligence, the Chief Minister added that the demise of the former Prime Minister is an irreparable loss for the entire Nation.
He went on to state that Dr Manmohan was the architect of India's economic liberalisation, opening up the country to foreign investments and policies that led to its transformation to a global power house.
The void created by his demise would be extremely difficult to fill, said N Biren while stating that his thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family.
May the departed soul rest in eternal peace, he prayed.
Speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly Th Satyabrata, on the other hand, said that Dr Manmohan Singh was a distinguished economist and a true statesman whose legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
"It is with profound sorrow that we mourn the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh," the Speaker said.
Stating that the visionary leadership of Dr Manmohan Singh during the economic crisis of 1991 steered India towards a path of economic rejuvenation and self reliance, Satyabrata said that the tenure of Dr Manmohan Singh as the Prime Minister was marked by significant reforms and initiatives that have left an indelible mark on the Nation's development.
Satyabrata prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace while extending his condolence to the bereaved family.
President of BJP, Manipur unit A Sharda Devi too extended her condolences.
In her message, Sharda Devi said that India has lost a true gentleman, a great leader and an eminent economist in the person of Dr Manmohan Singh who can never be replaced.
CPI, Manipur State Council, in its condolence message, said that Dr Manmohan Singh was a calm and a rare politician who served the country as Prime Minister for two terms from 2004 to 2014.
Chief Ministers of other North Eastern States also extended their deep condolences over the death of the former Prime Minister.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma in a post on X said: "I have had the privilege of knowing Dr Manmohan Singh ji since 1991, when he was first elected to the Rajya Sabha from Assam, a State he represented for 28 years."
He said "Dr Sahab embodied humility and never surrendered to the trappings of power".
“In all my interactions with him, his simplicity and decency combined with his intellectual prowess always stood out. During his tenure as Prime Minister, I have had the opportunity to interact with him on several occasions regarding issues pertaining to Assam, and he always gave us a patient hearing and displayed a strong conviction towards social issues,” the Assam Chief Minister said.
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio also paid tribute to Dr Manmohan Singh, describing him as a "humble visionary" who played a pivotal role in India's economic advancement.
Rio praised the former Prime Minister's "calm leadership, wisdom, and humility", saying that "his legacy will always be remembered."
Taking to his microblogging site X, Rio shared a picture of Singh and stated, "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh, a humble visionary who shaped India’s economic growth. His calm leadership, wisdom, and humility will always be remembered. I extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace."
Moreover, CM Rio's two Deputy Chief Ministers Y Patton and TR Zeliang also condoled the death of the former Prime Minister.
Expressing his condolences, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said: "Deeply saddened by the passing of former PM of India and veteran Congress leader Manmohan Singh Ji. His contributions in nation building and shaping the economic landscape of the country will always be remembered. May the departed soul find eternal peace!
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said: "Extremely saddening to learn of the demise of former Prime Minister and distinguished economist Dr Manmohan Singh Ji. It's a huge loss to the Nation.
"His phenomenal contributions to economic reforms as the Finance Minister in the early 1990s laid the foundation of a vibrant and resilient India. Dr Singh's passing marks the end of an era in Indian politics. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members, kin, admirers, and followers. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace. Om Shanti."
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said: "Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. His unparalleled contributions to India's growth and governance will always be remembered. Heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace."
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, expressing his condolences over the death of the former Prime Minister wrote on X: "Deeply saddened by the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh ji. I recall his remarkable legacy as a distinguished economist, erudite scholar, and a leader who rose from humble beginnings.
"He will be remembered for his vast contributions towards the growth of modern India. On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Meghalaya, I offer my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, admirers, and supporters. India will always cherish, remember, and take inspiration from his contributions. May his soul rest in eternal peace."