Is Today a Holiday? Latest News: Manmohan Singh's demise at 92.

Former PM Manmohan Singh passes away at 92 in New Delhi

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh
PM Manmohan Singh passes away

New Delhi | December 27: Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Thursday passed away at the age of 92 at All Indian Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi. The nation and its people have paid their humble tributes to the departed soul.

But in such cases, the larger question that remains is what next? Will schools and offices remain closer? Will different departments will government remain close? Will government announce some important schemes or not?

In such cases, the Central government and state governments announce, “national mourning,” typically a period of time lasting one to seven days, depending on the government’s decision. During this time, the national flag is flown at half-mast on all government buildings across the country.

Is Today a Holiday? Latest News: Manmohan Singh's demise at 92.

It is estimated that the Central government is likely to announce the 1-2 days national mourning, followed by the closure of schools, few government offices and suspension of official events.

The Central government may also announce state funeral with full honours. The former Prime Minister is accorded a state funeral with full honors. The funeral procession is conducted with a ceremonial guard of honor, and gun salutes are given as a mark of respect.

Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on Thursday passed away at the age of 92 at All Indian Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi.

Manmohan Singh left the world at around 9.51 pm on December 26, as per the AIIMS. He was brought to the Medical Emergency at AIIMS, New Delhi at 8:06 pm.

The press release from AIIMS states, “With profound grief, we inform the demise of Former Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh, aged 92. He was being treated for age-related medical conditions and had sudden loss of consciousness at home on 26th December 2024. Resuscitative measures were started immediately at home. He was brought to the Medical Emergency at AIIMS, New Delhi at 8:06 PM. Despite all efforts, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 9:51 PM.”

Initially, this news was confirmed by Robert Vadra, husband of Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

In an Instagram post, Robert Vadra said, “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Fmr Prime Minister Manmohan Singh ji…”

Former PM Manmohan Singh passes away at 92 in New Delhi

Vadra offered deepest condolences to his family and expressed gratitude for former PM Manmohan Singh service for the nation. He remembered the economic changes brought in the nation by then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

“My deepest condolences for his family and loved ones. Thank you for your service to our Nation. You will always be remembered for your Economic revolution and progressive changes, you brought to the country,” Vadra added further.

The social media handle X of Delhi Congress also expressed condolences on demise of Prime Minister of the country, Manmohan Singh, saying that his demise is an “an irreparable loss to Indian politics.”

The Delhi Congress took to X to pay homage to memories of former PM Dr Manmohan Singh and expressed gratitude for his contribution to nation building.

“The demise of renowned economist and former Prime Minister of the country, respected Manmohan Singh ji is an irreparable loss to Indian politics. May God give peace to the departed soul and strength to his family to bear this sorrow. The Delhi Congress family pays homage to the memories of respected Manmohan ji and expresses gratitude for his contribution to nation building. Om Shanti,” it posted on X.

Earlier on December 26, Manmohan Singh was admitted to AIIMS Delhi in evening today following his deteriorating health. Several media outlets reported that he was admitted to the emergency department of the hospital.

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