Manmohan Singh Funeral LIVE Updates: The last rites of Dr. Manmohan Singh are to be performed at Nigambodh Ghat in New Delhi at 11.45 am on Saturday. The Former Prime Minister's body will be taken to the Congress HQ for last respects.
Dr Manmohan Singh passed away at AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday at the age of 92 due to age-related medical conditions. He had a sudden loss of consciousness at home after which he was rushed to the hospital.
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Dr Singh's political career spanned several decades, with notable positions including Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996, during which he spearheaded economic reforms that transformed India's economy. He served as the 13th Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014, succeeding Atal Bihari Vajpayee. His tenure is particularly remembered for his steady leadership during economic crises and his contributions to modernizing India's economy.
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