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Gandhis, Kejriwal slam Centre for 'insulting' Manmohan Singh by arranging his last rites at Nigambodh Ghat


Published on 2024-12-28 19:00:38 - MSN
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  • The leaders attack Modi govt for not arranging the ceremony at a site that could have been turned into the former PM's memorial. 'Even his family had to struggle for space,' they allege.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the funeral arrangements for former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 90. Leaders from the Congress party, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, have criticized the central government for what they perceive as an insult to Singh by arranging his last rites at Nigambodh Ghat, a public crematorium, rather than at a more prestigious location befitting his stature. They argue that this decision reflects a lack of respect for Singh's contributions to the nation, particularly his role in economic reforms. The criticism has sparked a political debate, with opposition leaders accusing the BJP-led government of pettiness and disrespect towards a statesman of Singh's caliber.

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