Sonia Gandhi writes: History will indeed remember Dr Manmohan Singh kindly

On July 29, 2026, the Supreme Court delivered an important judgment in the coal block allocation scam case. The Court upheld the CBI's clean chit to Dr. Manmohan Singh, rejecting adverse observations made by the trial court against him. This marks the end of a long and unjust witch-hunt against the former Prime Minister, who was known for his integrity and probity.

Dr. Singh's record stands in stark contrast to the current Narendra Modi government, which has been accused of misusing agencies like the ED and CBI to target politicians. The Modi government has also been criticized for its failure to address corruption accusations fairly, sometimes even rewarding corrupt individuals with ministerial positions.

The attack on Dr. Singh was politically motivated, aimed at shifting the public conversation away from his successful governance record. During his tenure, India experienced unprecedented economic growth, resilience during the global financial crisis, and significant social progress, including the Right to Education, OBC reservation, and the Forest Rights Act.

The Manmohan Singh government also laid the foundation for transparency and accountability in governance through the Right to Information Act and the establishment of civil society. Despite these accomplishments, the legacy of Dr. Manmohan Singh's leadership as Prime Minister is being undermined and diminished.