Manmohan Singh was the first to make significant efforts for upliftment of marginalised communities: Asaduddin Owaisi

Fri Dec 27 08:44:49 UTC 2024: ## AIMIM Leader Owaisi Mourns the Passing of Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

**Hyderabad, December 27, 2024** – Asaduddin Owaisi, president of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), offered his condolences on the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, calling him a “son of India.” In a video statement released today, Owaisi remembered Singh’s life, highlighting his journey as a Partition refugee and his subsequent career, marked by dedication and honesty as Governor of the Reserve Bank of India and Finance Minister.

Owaisi particularly praised Singh’s time as Prime Minister (2004 onwards), emphasizing his efforts to uplift marginalized communities, especially Muslims. He expressed deep sorrow at Singh’s passing and extended his sympathy to those mourning his loss.