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Highlights | Manmohan Singh Funeral: Ex-PM`s Daughter Lights Pyre; Cremated With Full State Honours
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Updates: The last rites of former prime minister Manmohan Singh will be conducted at 11:45 am Saturday at the Nigambodh Ghat crematorium in Delhi with State honours.
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Sikh priests, family members of former PM Manmohan Singh recite verses from Gurbani before his last rites.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live: President Offers Wreath On Ex-PM's Mortal Remains
President Droupadi Murmu attends last rites of ex-PM Manmohan Singh at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat, lays wreath on his mortal remains.
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The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, and Mauritius's Foreign Minister, Maneesh Gobin, arrived in India to pay their respects at the funeral of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, according to ANI.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Updates: Union Ministers Present At Nigambodh Ghat
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reach Nigambodh Ghat for last rites of ex-PM Manmohan Singh.
Manmohan Singh Last Rites Live: PM Narendra Modi Arrives at Nigambodh Ghat
PM Narendra Modi has arrived at Nigambodh Ghat to pay his final respects to former PM Manmohan Singh ahead of the last rites.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and others during the funeral procession of former prime minister Manmohan Singh, in New Delhi, Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024.
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Soldiers accompany the mortal remains of former PM Manmohan Singh to Nigambodh Ghat in Delhi for the final rites.
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Manmohan Singh Funeral Update: Last Rites To Begin Soon At Delhi's Nigambod Ghat
Final preparations were underway at Nigambodh Ghat for the former Prime Minister's last rites, scheduled to be performed at 11:45 AM with full state honours.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Update| 'Congress Never Respected...': BJP
BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi attacked on Congress for indulging in "politics" over the demise of Dr Manmohan Singh. He said that Congress never respected the former PM.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live: Large Crowd Gathers To Witness Ex-PM's Last Rites
A large crowd of Congress workers, leaders, and supporters joined the funeral procession of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. The air echoed with slogans of "Jab tak suraj chand rahega, tab tak tera naam rahega."
Former Congress President Rahul Gandhi, also the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, walked alongside Singh’s family members during the procession.
The mortal remains of the late leader were moved from his residence at 3, Motilal Nehru Road to the AICC headquarters shortly before 9 AM.
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Manmohan Singh Last Rites: Ex-PM's Final Journey Begins
Final journey of ex-PM Manmohan Singh begins as his mortal remains leave AICC headquarters for Nigambodh Ghat.
Manmohan Singh Funeral: EX-PM's Last Rites Journey Begins
Former PM Manmohan Singh's mortal remains are en route to Nigam Bodh Ghat, marking the beginning of his final journey.
Manmohan Singh’s Demise Live: White House, Joe Biden Releases Statement On Ex-PM's Death
The White House released a statement from President Joe Biden on the death of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, the statement reads, "Jill and I join the people of India in grieving the loss of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh...During this difficult time, we recommit to this vision to which Prime Minister Singh dedicated his life. Jill and I send our deepest condolences to former First Lady Gursharan Kaur, their three children, and all the people of India..."
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Updates: Sonia Gandhi, Kharge Pay Last Tributes
CPP chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid their last respects to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the AICC headquarters on Saturday.
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Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Update: Pranab Mukherjee's Daughter Slams Congress
Sharmistha Mukherjee, daughter of the late former President Pranab Mukherjee, has voiced her criticism of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge's proposal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a separate memorial dedicated to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.
Manmohan Singh’s Demise Live: ‘Deliberate Insult’, Congress Slams Centre Over Funeral At Nigambodh Ghat
The Congress party criticized the central government on Friday for conducting the last rites of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at Nigambodh Ghat, calling it a "deliberate insult" to India's first Sikh Prime Minister.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh expressed disappointment over the decision, questioning why a more suitable location for cremation and a memorial was not considered.
"Earlier this morning, the Congress President had written to the Prime Minister, suggesting that the cremation of the former Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh, take place at a location where a memorial could be built to honour his legacy. The people of our country are simply unable to understand why the Government of India could not find a location for his cremation and memorial that is befitting of his global stature, the record of outstanding achievements, and exemplary service to the nation for decades. This is nothing but a deliberate insult to the first Sikh Prime Minister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh," Jairam Ramesh posted on X.
Manmohan Singh’s Funeral Live Updates: Delhi Police Announces Traffic Diversions
Diversion points include Raja Ram Kohli Marg, Rajghat Red Light, Signature Bridge, and Yudhister Setu.
Restrictions may be imposed on Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg), Nishad Raj Marg, Boulevard Road, SPM Marg, Lothian Road, and Netaji Subhash Marg from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live: Delhi Cops Issue Traffic Advisory
Delhi Police urged commuters traveling to Old Delhi Railway Station, ISBT, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, and Tis Hazari Court to start early to account for potential delays on the route.
Manmohan Singh's Funeral Live: Ex-PM's Body To Lie At Congress HQ For Public Tributes
The body of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will be moved from his residence to the Congress headquarters on Akbar Road at 8 am on Saturday. The public will have an opportunity to pay their respects at the venue.
Live Updates | Manmohan Singh Funeral: People Gathering Outside Dr Singh's Residence In Delhi
People are gathering at former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's Delhi residence to pay their last respects. A woman from East Delhi told ANI, "We have come here from East Delhi to pay our last respects to the Late Former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh... He was one of the best economists. My husband and I came here to give a last tribute. We hope we are allowed in, but if we are not allowed due to security reasons, then we will return from here..."
Manmohan Singh's Demise Live Update: Canada PM Justin Trudeau Pays Homage
Canada PM Justin Trudeau shared a post on 'X' to pay homage to former Indian PM Manmohan Singh. He said, “Manmohan Singh’s passing is a loss for India and the world. As one of its longest-serving leaders, he transformed the country’s economy, lifted millions out of poverty, and built strong bridges with the world - including Canada”.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live: Residence of Late Former PM | WATCH
Visuals from the residence of Late Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh at Motilal Nehru Marg in Delhi.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Updates: Delhi Police Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead Of Ex-PM's Last Rites
The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of the state funeral of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, scheduled for Saturday, December 28.
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Diversion points include Raja Ram Kohli Marg, Rajghat Red Light, Signature Bridge, and Yudhister Setu.
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Restrictions may be imposed on Ring Road (Mahatma Gandhi Marg), Nishad Raj Marg, Boulevard Road, SPM Marg, Lothian Road, and Netaji Subhash Marg from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.
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Public and private vehicles are advised to avoid roads and areas around Nigambodh Ghat and the procession route.
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Travelers to Old Delhi Railway Station, ISBT, Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, and Tis Hazari Court should leave early to account for possible delays.
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Use only designated parking areas. Roadside parking is prohibited to avoid disruption of traffic flow.
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Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Updates: Government To Allocate Space For Ex-PM's Memorial
The government will allocate space for a memorial to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the Union Home Ministry said in a late-night release. The statement, titled “Facts of the matter regarding memorial for Former Prime Minister Late Dr Manmohan Singh,” confirmed receiving a request from Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah informed Kharge and Singh’s family about the decision after a Cabinet meeting. The ministry added that cremation and other formalities can proceed as a Trust needs to be formed before the space is officially allocated.
The decision came after Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to consider building a memorial for Manmohan Singh at the site of his last rites, the party said on Friday.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live: BJP Accuses Congress Of ‘Politicising’ Ex-PM's Death
In a social media post on ‘X’, BJP’s Amit Malviya alleged that the Congress party is taking political advantage of Dr Manmohan Singh’s demise. He wrote, “It is unfortunate that the Congress chose to politicise former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh’s death, even though Home Minister Amit Shah had communicated GoI’s decision to allocate space for the departed leader’s memorial, soon after the Cabinet meeting. Both Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Dr Singh’s family were informed.”
Manmohan Singh Last Rites Live: Defence Ministry Requested To Make Funeral's Arrangements
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has requested the Defence ministry to make arrangements for Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh’s funeral with full military honours.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live: Last Rites To Be Performed At 11:45 AM Today
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will be cremated with State honours at Delhi's Nigambodh Ghat on Saturday. The last rites will take place at 11:45 am, the Union Home Ministry confirmed.
"It has been decided by the Government that State funeral will be accorded to Dr. Manmohan Singh. The funeral will take place at 11:45 AM on 28th December, 2024, at Nigambodh Ghat, New Delhi," the ministry said in a statement.
Manmohan Singh Funeral Live Updates: The last rites of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will be performed at Delhi’s Nigambodh Ghat crematorium on Saturday, December 28, at 11:45 am, the Union Home Ministry announced on Friday. Dr Singh, 92, passed away on Thursday night at All Indi Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi. He served as India’s 13th Prime Minister and was the first Sikh to hold the position, leading the Congress-led UPA government from 2004 to 2014.
"It has been decided by the Government that State funeral will be accorded to Dr. Manmohan Singh. The funeral will take place at 11:45 AM on 28h December, 2024 at Nigambodh Ghat, New Delhi," the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said in a statement on Friday.
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was rushed to AIIMS, New Delhi, on Thursday evening at 8:06 pm. Doctors tried to save him but could not revive him. He was declared dead at 9:51 pm, the hospital said in a statement.
Dr. Singh retired from active politics after the Congress lost the 2014 Lok Sabha elections to the BJP. His last public appearance was in the Rajya Sabha in August 2023, where he was a sitting member. Ex-PM is survived by his wife Gursharan Kaur, a history professor, and three daughters.
Sonia Gandhi, chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP), called Dr. Manmohan Singh’s passing a “personal loss.” In a heartfelt statement, she said, “For me, Dr. Manmohan Singh’s death is a deeply personal loss. He was my friend, philosopher, and guide.”