PM Modi pays homage to ex-PM Manmohan Singh on birth anniversary
Manmohan Singh assumed charge as India's 14th Prime Minister on May 22, 2004 and for the second consecutive term on May 22, 2009
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored ex-Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on the latter's 94th birth anniversary, reflecting on his remarkable public service. Singh, born in the Punjab province of undivided India on September 26, 1932, passed away in New Delhi on December 26, 2024. Modi paid tribute to Singh, acknowledging his dedication to serving the nation throughout his long career.
Singh assumed the role of India's 14th Prime Minister on May 22, 2004, and served two consecutive terms. Prior to his premiership, Singh held the position of Union Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996, implementing groundbreaking economic reforms that earned international recognition. Modi's condolences to Singh's family were shared on his social media platform X.
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