Thu Dec 26 18:56:22 UTC 2024: ## Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Passes Away at 92
**New Delhi, India** – Former Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away at the age of 92 on [Date of Death] at AIIMS, New Delhi. He was admitted to the hospital’s emergency ward late in the evening after his health deteriorated. AIIMS confirmed his death.
Dr. Singh served two terms as Prime Minister of India, from 2004 to 2014. Known for his humble demeanor and expertise in economics, he was India’s first Sikh Prime Minister. His tenure is often remembered for his pragmatic approach to governance and economic policies. He was famously chosen as Prime Minister in 2004 after Sonia Gandhi declined the post.
Tributes have poured in from across the political spectrum. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on X (formerly Twitter), praising Dr. Singh’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming a renowned economist and his significant contribution to India’s economic policy. Several Congress leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, Shashi Tharoor, Bhupender Hooda, and Bhupesh Baghel, also mourned his passing.
Dr. Singh’s legacy extends beyond policy. His witty parliamentary exchanges with former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, which often involved poetic verses, are fondly remembered.
AIIMS’ official statement cited age-related ailments as the cause of death. He was rushed to the hospital’s medical emergency at 8:06 PM and passed away at 9:51 PM despite medical efforts.
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