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India bids goodbye to former prime minister Manmohan Singh in state funeral


Published on 2024-12-28 09:00:45 - MSN
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The article from MSN discusses the state funeral held for India's former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 90. Singh, known for his tenure from 2004 to 2014, was remembered for his significant contributions to India's economic liberalization in the early 1990s as Finance Minister, and later as Prime Minister where he continued to influence economic policy. His funeral was marked by a ceremonial procession, with full state honors, attended by current and former political leaders, dignitaries, and citizens paying their respects. The event highlighted Singh's legacy as a quiet, scholarly leader who navigated India through economic reforms and international diplomacy, earning him respect both domestically and globally. The article reflects on his life, his impact on India's development, and the tributes that poured in from around the world, underscoring his role in shaping modern India.

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