Born in a village in undivided Punjab, now in Pakistan, former prime minister Manmohan Singh's family witnessed first-hand the tragic Partition and he often spoke of communal harmony in his long public life. Dr Singh, the architect of India's economic reforms, died on Thursday night.

He was born in Gah in Punjab province's western region, which now falls in Pakistan.

Dr Singh was a noted economist and a respected figure in India and abroad.

According to his profile on the government website, "Dr Singh completed his matriculation examinations from the Punjab University in 1948. His academic career took him from Punjab to the University of Cambridge, UK, where he earned a First Class Honours degree in Economics in 1957." Singh followed this with a D.Phil in Economics from Nuffield College at Oxford University in 1962.

His book, 'India's Export Trends and Prospects for Self-Sustained Growth' was an "early critique of India's inward-oriented trade policy", the profile reads.

Weeks before leaving office as Prime Minister in 2014, Dr Manmohan Singh made a statement that would be repeated even after his death. "I honestly believe history will be kinder to me than the contemporary media or for that matter, the Opposition parties in Parliament," he said, responding to NDTV's Sunil Prabhu who asked Dr Singh about his perceived inability to rein in ministers and act decisively in certain situations.

This response, dismissed by some at the time as self-assurance amid mounting criticism, has gained resonance following his death last night at the age of 92

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's 'Pragati' Yatra to Muzaffarpur and Vaishali districts has been cancelled following the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, an official statement said on Friday.

According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), "The Chief Minister's Pragati Yatra scheduled for December 27 and 28 has been cancelled following the demise of former PM Manmohan Singh." The Chief Minister was scheduled to visit Muzaffarpur and Vaishali districts on December 27 and 28 respectively.

National flag draped over the bier carrying the mortal remains of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh at his residence in Delhi

#WATCH | National flag draped over the bier carrying the mortal remains of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh at his residence in Delhi
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— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

Congress MPs Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and KC Venugopal and party's other leaders at the residence of late former PM Dr Manmohan Singh

#WATCH | Congress MPs Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and KC Venugopal and party's other leaders at the residence of late former PM Dr Manmohan Singh
(Video source: Congress) pic.twitter.com/CkucypVlII

— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

#WATCH | Delhi | LoP Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi pays last respects to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh
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— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

PM said:

The Telangana government has announced state mourning for seven days and a holiday for government offices and educational institutions on Friday as a mark of respect to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who passed away in Delhi.

The national flag will be half-mast during the state mourning, Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari said in a communication to district Collectors and Superintendents of Police.

Architect Of India's Economic Reforms Manmohan Singh Dies At 92: A Look Back At His Life#ManmohanSingh pic.twitter.com/UldfyKGTdf

— NDTV (@ndtv) December 27, 2024

India's epochal civil nuclear agreement with the United States in 2008 will remain a crowning glory for Manmohan Singh's prime ministership in the foreign policy domain as it not only ended the country's nuclear apartheid but created a favourable geopolitical configuration.

Dr Singh, the then prime minister, was so convinced about the futuristic outcomes of the historic deal he showed steely determination to push it strongly though the survival of his government was at stake during a no-confidence vote in Parliament.

The civil nuclear deal changed India's overall engagement with the US as it paved the way for building the bonds of a strategic partnership, especially in areas of high-technology and defence.

Binoy Job, who served as Director in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and as a spokesperson for Dr Manmohan Singh, offered heartfelt condolences following the demise of the former Prime Minister.

He described Dr Singh as "one of the greatest leaders" and praised his transformative contributions to India and the world.

#WATCH | Union Minister JP Nadda pays final respect to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, at latter's residence in Delhi. pic.twitter.com/65RoCUTEgs

— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

#WATCH | Delhi | Union Home Amit Shah pays last respects to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh who passed away last night
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— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

#WATCH | Delhi | PM Narendra Modi pays last respects to late former PM Dr Manmohan Singh and offers condolences to his family pic.twitter.com/7vn1PB1Xdj

— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

#WATCH | Delhi | PM Narendra Modi arrives at the residence of late former PM Dr Manmohan Singh pic.twitter.com/9CmaF0gAgG

— ANI (@ANI) December 27, 2024

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin will visit Delhi today to pay respects to former PM Dr Manmohan Singh who passed away last night.

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang condoled the death of former prime minister Manmohan Singh and described him as a "visionary leader" whose significant contributions to economic reforms and public service have left an indelible mark on the nation.

Centre has announced a seven-day state mourning across the country from December 26, 2024, to January 1, 2025 following the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on December 26, 2024, at AIIMS Hospital in New Delhi. During this time, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast at all locations where it is customarily displayed, and all official entertainment will be suspended.

The US has offered its condolences on the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, with Secretary of State Antony Blinken calling him "one of the greatest champions of the bilateral strategic partnership." 

"Dr Singh was one of the greatest champions of the US-India strategic partnership, and his work laid the foundation for much of what our countries have accomplished together in the past two decades," US Secretary of State Tony Blinken said.

"At home, Dr Singh will be remembered for his economic reforms that spurred India's rapid economic growth. We mourn Dr Singh's passing and will always remember his dedication to bringing the United States and India closer together," Blinken said.

The Government of India has cancelled all programs scheduled for today and has declared a national mourning of 7 days on the demise of Dr Manmohan Singh. His last rites will be conducted with full state honours.

One of the greatest economists, leaders, reformer, and above all, a humanitarian of our times Shri #ManmohanSingh ji is no more.
A man of virtue, impeccable integrity, marked above all by a humane touch in decision making, Dr Singh is one of true architects of new India.
He... pic.twitter.com/vPNCHsUc6q

— Revanth Reddy (@revanth_anumula) December 26, 2024

So sad to hear Manmohan Singh has passed. I always found him a delight to work with, and like a benevolent father figure. He was a good friend of the Maldives. @HCIMaldives pic.twitter.com/I0vnfimKpl

— Mohamed Nasheed (@MohamedNasheed) December 26, 2024

#India has lost one of its most illustrious sons. #Dr_Manmohan_Singh was an unwavering ally and friend to the people of #Afghanistan. I profoundly mourn his passing and extend my deepest condolences to his family, the government, and the people of India.
May his soul find... pic.twitter.com/ZrY5bCFVIR

— Hamid Karzai (@KarzaiH) December 26, 2024

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh is seen as the architect of India's economic reforms during the PV Narasimha Rao rule that paved the way for the country's economic growth. But besides economics, his other abiding interest was 'shayari' and he often employed verses to launch attacks on political rivals inside and outside the Parliament.

These poetry attacks drew loud cheers from both the treasury and the Opposition benches in times when humour, and not hostility, dominated the mood in Parliament. Mr Singh's shayari strikes found their worthy match in the 15th Lok Sabha. From 2009-14, BJP stalwart, late Sushma Swaraj, was the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha and the 'jugalbandi' of 'shayari' between the two was nothing less than a delight.

Manmohan Singh, the architect of India's economic reforms, had to literally face a trial-by-fire to ensure widespread acceptance of his path-breaking Union Budget of 1991 that saw the nation rise from its darkest financial crises.

Dr Singh, the newly-appointed finance minister in the P V Narasimha Rao-led government, did it with great elan -- from facing journalists at a post-budget press conference and irate Congress leaders at the parliamentary party meeting who were unable to digest the wide-ranging reforms.

Manmohan Singh's historic reforms in 1991 not only rescued India from near bankruptcy but also redefined its trajectory as a rising global power.

 The Indian cricket team sported black armbands on the second day of the fourth Test against Australia to honour former prime minister Manmohan Singh, who died in New Delhi.
Singh, a two time former prime minister from 2004 to 2014, died at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on Thursday after losing consciousness at his home owing to age-related ailments. He was 92.
"The Indian team is wearing black arm bands as a mark of respect in the memory of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away," the BCCI said in a statement.

Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr Manmohan Singh. History will forever honour his pivotal role in the transformative 1991 reforms that reshaped India and opened its doors to the world. A rare leader who spoke softly but achieved monumental strides through his actions, Dr… pic.twitter.com/seW5Fk5hKY

— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) December 26, 2024

The Karnataka government has announced seven days of mourning and also declared a one-day holiday for schools and colleges on Friday in the backdrop of the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh who passed away at the age of 92 in Delhi on Thursday night.
Deputy Karnataka Chief Minister and state unit Congress President D.K. Shivakumar has announced in the emergency press meet at Belagavi that the party has cancelled "Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' convention scheduled to take place on Saturday. The convention was planned as part of the centenary celebration of Mahatma Gandhi taking over as president of the Congress.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday night visited the residence of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh to pay their respects.
Dr Singh, a two time former prime minister from 2004 to 2014, died at AIIMS in Delhi.

#WATCH | Delhi: Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi reach former PM Dr Manmohan Singh's residence. pic.twitter.com/5LRCf3sreS

— ANI (@ANI) December 26, 2024

Congress leader KC Venugopal said that the last rites of former PM Manmohan Singh, whose body was brought to his residence from Delhi AIIMS, will be held tomorrow.

Deeply saddened by the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, a statesman whose intellect and leadership steered India’s economic transformation. His tenure marked an era of steady growth, social progress, and reforms that improved the lives of millions.
Dr.… pic.twitter.com/8YhWv6EDBu

— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) December 26, 2024

Deeply grieved at the passing away of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh today.
While regarded as the architect of Indian economic reforms, he was equally responsible for the strategic corrections to our foreign policy.
Was immensely privileged to work closely with him.…

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) December 26, 2024

Former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh's dead body has reached his home from AIIMS. The Government of India has canceled all scheduled programs for today and declared seven days of national mourning.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday expressed profound sorrow and grief over the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh who passed away at the age of 92.
In his condolence message, the Chief Minister described Dr. Singh as a towering statesman and the architect of India's economic reforms in the early 1990s, which transformed the nation's economy.

Former US President Barack Obama, in his memoir "A Promised Land," paid tribute to Manmohan Singh's exceptional leadership, describing him as a "man with uncommon wisdom". Mr Obama praised Manmohan Singh's commitment to economic reform, his dedication to the well-being of the Indian people, and his unwavering integrity. 

Mr Obama wrote that Manmohan Singh, an eminent economist, had managed to lift millions of people from poverty and that the markings of his Sikh faith made him look "holy" in the eyes of the West. He further added that Manmohan Singh's tenure as a Prime Minister proved that he was "wise, thoughtful, and scrupulously honest". Click here to read more.

The sprawling 3, Motilal Nehru Road bungalow in Lutyens' Delhi served for over 10 years as the retirement abode of former prime minister Manmohan Singh, who died Thursday. A spacious Type-VIII bungalow amid the three-acre plot, Mr Singh had moved to this address in the national capital after attending Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony in May 2014. Click here to read more.

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was "soft-spoken, composed and always full of dignity". "He was a gentleman at heart. He had no ill will or malice against anyone. He believed and followed the politics of dialogue, consensus and reconciliation even in difficult situations. Humility and integrity were his hallmarks," he said on X. 

एक पूर्णता से भरे और बेहद प्रतिष्ठित जीवन का अंत हो गया है।
भारत के मुख्य आर्थिक सलाहकार, वित्त सचिव, RBI गवर्नर, योजना आयोग के उपाध्यक्ष, वित्त मंत्री और प्रधानमंत्री।
ऑक्सफोर्ड और कैम्ब्रिज दोनों के पूर्व छात्र। 1956 में कैम्ब्रिज में प्रतिष्ठित एडम स्मिथ पुरस्कार के…

— Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) December 26, 2024

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also paid tributes to former prime minister Manmohan Singh. "While regarded as the architect of Indian economic reforms, he was equally responsible for the strategic corrections to our foreign policy," he said on X. "Was immensely privileged to work closely with him. Will always remember his kindness and courtesy," he added.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's "enduring legacy of ushering in India's growth, welfare, and policies of inclusivity will forever be cherished." 

Undoubtedly, history shall judge you kindly, Dr. Manmohan Singh ji!
With the passing of the Former Prime Minister, India has lost a visionary statesman, a leader of unimpeachable integrity, and an economist of unparalleled stature. His policy of Economic Liberalisation and… pic.twitter.com/BvMZh3MFXS

— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) December 26, 2024

Apart from being an eminent economist and an enlightened politician, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will always be remembered for his gentle and simple behaviour, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said.

देश के पूर्व प्रधान मंत्री डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह जी का निधन अत्यंत दुःखद है।
प्रख्यात अर्थशास्त्री और प्रबुद्ध राजनेता होने के साथ ही अपने सौम्य और सरल व्यवहार के लिए वे सदैव स्मृतियों में रहेंगे। एक कुशल प्रशासक, वित्त मंत्री और प्रधान मंत्री के रूप में उन्होंने दशकों तक राष्ट्र की… pic.twitter.com/vIyzwdjlR0

— Om Birla (@ombirlakota) December 26, 2024

Rashtriya Janata Dal President Lalu Prasad Yadav said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's "mark and his success in the golden decade from 2004 to 2014 will automatically go down in history". 

आदरणीय पूर्व प्रधान मंत्री डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह के निधन का दुखद समाचार सुना। सरदार मनमोहन सिंह जी ईमानदारी, सादगी, सज्जनता, सरलता, विनम्रता, बुद्धिमत्ता व दूरदर्शिता की प्रतिमूर्ति थे। आर्थिक उदारीकरण के शिल्पकार सरदार मनमोहन सिंह ने आधुनिक व स्वावलंबी भारत की नींव रखी।
उनका जाना एक… pic.twitter.com/CuDwRq6XXJ

— Lalu Prasad Yadav (@laluprasadrjd) December 26, 2024

The Congress announced that all party official programmes, including its foundation day celebrations, will be cancelled for the next seven days as a mark of respect for former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who died  on Thursday. Congress general secretary and Karnataka in-charge Randeep Surjewala said Congress has cancelled its 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan Rally' in Karnataka's Belgaum on Friday. Congress general secretary in-charge organisation K C Venugopal said all official party programmes, including its foundation day celebrations, stand cancelled for the next seven days.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on X: "With the demise of our Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh ji, we have lost a great scholar, economist & statesman. His contributions in Indian economic reforms, serving our Nation as PM for 10 years, will be remembered forever."

Delhi Police has stepped up the security around AIIMS, Delhi after the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) DCP Ankit Chauhan and other senior police officers of the district reached AIIMS hospital for reviewing the security arrangements. A senior police officer said that security around AIIMS was tightened and a company of paramilitary personnel was deployed. Extra staff from other neighbouring police stations have also been deployed as senior leaders, ministers and other dignitaries arrive at the hospital.

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also paid tributes to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Former Prime Minister, Shri Manmohan Singh Ji. Throughout his life, his contributions to India spanned across many roles — as an economist, academician, bureaucrat, and politician.
My sincere condolences to his friends and family.…

— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) December 26, 2024

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's "honesty will always be an inspiration for us and he will forever stand tall among those who truly love this country". "He was genuinely egalitarian, wise, strong willed and courageous until the end. A uniquely dignified and gentle man in the rough world of politics," she said.

Few people in politics inspire the kind of respect that Sardar Manmohan Singh ji did.
His honesty will always be an inspiration for us and he will forever stand tall among those who truly love this country as someone who remained steadfast in his commitment to serve the nation… pic.twitter.com/BXA6zHG2Fq

— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) December 26, 2024

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is an "irreparable loss for Indian politics".

देश के पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ॰ मनमोहन सिंह जी का निधन दुःखद। वे एक कुशल राजनेता एवं अर्थशास्त्री थे। उनके नेतृत्व में भारत की अर्थव्यवस्था को नई दिशा मिली। डॉ॰ मनमोहन सिंह जी का निधन भारतीय राजनीति के लिए अपूरणीय क्षति है। ईश्वर से दिवंगत आत्मा की चिर शांति के लिए प्रार्थना है।

— Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) December 26, 2024

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also remembered former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, saying he was a distinguished economist who transformed India's economic landscape. "In Dr. Singh's passing, India has lost a leader of towering intellect and a statesman par excellence. His legacy will forever guide Bharat's growth trajectory. My heartfelt condolences to his family and countless admirers in this difficult hour," he said on X. 

Deeply pained to learn about the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji, former Prime Minister and a distinguished economist who transformed India's economic landscape. A Padma Vibhushan awardee and architect of India's economic liberalisation in 1991, he boldly steered our nation… pic.twitter.com/28A6pKYjvK

— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) December 26, 2024

Sources said a Cabinet meeting will be held at 11am tomorrow. All government programmes have also been cancelled.

A seven-day national mourning has been announced to honour former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, government sources said. His last rites will be conducted with full State Honours.

Congress leader P Chidambaram said that throughout his tenure, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had great empathy for the poor. "He did not hide the fact that many millions of India are poor and reminded us that government's policies must lean in favour of the poor... His story has not been told fully. His achievements have not been recorded fully. I am sure when we look back upon the 23 years that Dr Singh was in active politics, we will realize his true contribution," he said. 

It is a deeply emotional moment for me to speak about Dr Manmohan Singh
The life and work of Dr Manmohan Singh and the period from 1991 till 2014 will be a golden chapter in the history of India.
I worked closely with him for many years. I have not met a person more humble and… pic.twitter.com/bNE122vPoX

— P. Chidambaram (@PChidambaram_IN) December 26, 2024

Former Union finance minister P Chidambaram said "the life and work of Dr Manmohan Singh and the period from 1991 till 2014 will be a golden chapter in the history of India". "The story of India turned after Dr Singh became Finance Minister. And the present middle class of India was virtually the creation of his policies as Finance Minister and Prime Minister," he wrote on X. 

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has now reached former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's residence. 

In a post on X, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was "respected by all". 

Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh is no more.
He had served as the Governor of RBI and as Finance Minister of India. Presented the milestone budget of 1991 which liberalised the Indian economy.
Respected by all, he was soft-spoken and gentle.
Condolences to his family… pic.twitter.com/akxQOYrMPl

— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) December 26, 2024

Sources said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will be accorded a state funeral. His mortal remains will be moved from the hospital to his residence in the next two hours.

President Droupadi Murmu said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was one of those "rare politicians who also straddled the worlds of academia and administration with equal ease". 

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh Ji was one of those rare politicians who also straddled the worlds of academia and administration with equal ease. In his various roles in public offices, he made critical contributions to reforming Indian economy. He will always be…

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) December 26, 2024

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi said former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh led India with immense wisdom and integrity. "His humility and deep understanding of economics inspired the nation. My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Kaur and the family," he said, adding that he has lost a "mentor and guide". 

Manmohan Singh Ji led India with immense wisdom and integrity. His humility and deep understanding of economics inspired the nation.
My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Kaur and the family.
I have lost a mentor and guide. Millions of us who admired him will remember him with the… pic.twitter.com/bYT5o1ZN2R

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) December 26, 2024

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she worked very closely with former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. "I had worked with him and saw him from very close quarters in the Union Cabinet. His erudition and wisdom were unquestionable, and the depth of the financial reforms ushered in by him in the country are widely acknowledged. The country will miss his stewardship and I shall miss his affection," she said on X. 

Profoundly stunned and saddened by the sudden demise of our former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh ji.
I had worked with him and saw him from very close quarters in the Union Cabinet. His erudition and wisdom were unquestionable, and the depth of the financial reforms ushered in…

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) December 26, 2024

"Mourning a great and good man tonight," Congress MP Shashi Tharoor posted on X. 

Mourning a great and good man tonight. #DrManmohanSingh ॐ शांति https://t.co/SXZ8oriD79

— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) December 26, 2024

Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi said Manmohan Singh was a "more gentle, and a greater gentleman would be difficult to find". "He always expressed one regret to me, repeatedly, in confidence, which I cannot share... Always personally called me as sitting PM to thank me for my speeches. Few if any gentlemen like him left in politics," he said in a post on X. 

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid tributes to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. "From being the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India to the Finance Minister of the country and as the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh played an important role in the governance of the country. I express my condolences to his family and supporters in this hour of grief," he said on X. 

पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह जी के निधन की सूचना अत्यंत दुःखद है। भारतीय रिजर्व बैंक में गवर्नर से लेकर देश के वित्त मंत्री और प्रधानमंत्री के रूप में डॉ. मनमोहन सिंह जी ने देश की शासन व्यवस्था में महत्त्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाई। दुःख की इस घड़ी में उनके परिजनों व समर्थकों के…

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) December 26, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also said he had "extensive deliberations on various subjects relating to governance" with his predecessor, Manmohan Singh. "His wisdom and humility were always visible," he said on X. 

Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji and I interacted regularly when he was PM and I was the CM of Gujarat. We would have extensive deliberations on various subjects relating to governance. His wisdom and humility were always visible.
In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the family of… pic.twitter.com/kAOlbtyGVs

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 26, 2024

In a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh as the "most distinguished leaders". "Rising from humble origins, he rose to become a respected economist. He served in various government positions as well, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic policy over the years. His interventions in Parliament were also insightful. As our Prime Minister, he made extensive efforts to improve people's lives," he said.

India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. Rising from humble origins, he rose to become a respected economist. He served in various government positions as well, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic… pic.twitter.com/clW00Yv6oP

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 26, 2024

The Congress has cancelled a rally in Belagavi, Karnataka, and all other party activities that were scheduled to be held tomorrow.

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has died at the age of 92, the hospital said in a statement.

BJP National President and Union Health Minister JP Nadda has arrived at AIIMS Delhi.

#WATCH | BJP national president and Union Health Minister JP Nadda arrives at AIIMS, Delhi pic.twitter.com/lFghx2ouOL

— ANI (@ANI) December 26, 2024

According to sources, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and party MP Rahul Gandhi, who was in Belagavi (Karnataka), are on their way to the national capital.

#WATCH | Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra arrives at AIIMS, Delhi pic.twitter.com/4IRFy3AfsP

— ANI (@ANI) December 26, 2024

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's family has arrived at AIIMS. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has also reached the hospital.

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was admitted to Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) after his health deteriorated on Thursday, sources said. The 92-year-old former Prime Minister was admitted to the emergency department of the hospital at around 8 pm, they added.