Sonia Gandhi Pays Tribute to ‘Friend’ Manmohan Singh: ‘Epitome of Wisdom and Nobility’

Sonia Gandhi Pays Tribute to ‘Friend’ Manmohan Singh: On Friday, the former president of Congress Sonia Gandhi lamented the loss of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, describing him as the "epitome of wisdom, nobility and humility." The leader said that Singh was a "friend, philosopher and guide" to her, while his death has left "a void in our national life that can never be filled."

"In Dr Manmohan Singh's passing, we have lost a leader who was the epitome of wisdom, nobility and humility, who served our country with all his heart and mind. A luminous and beloved guiding light for the Congress party, his compassion and vision transformed and empowered the lives of millions of Indians," she said in a statement.

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Sonia Gandhi stated: Manmohan Singh was loved by the people of India on account of his pure heart and mind.

"His advice, wise counsel and views were eagerly sought and deeply valued across the political spectrum in our country. Respected and admired by leaders and scholars all over the world, he was hailed as a statesman of immense wisdom and stature. Dr Manmohan Singh brought brilliance and distinction to every high office that he held. And he brought pride and honour to India," she added.

He was loved by the people of India for his pure heart and mind.

Sonia Gandhi said the demise of the economist-turned-politician was a great personal loss to her.

"He was my friend, philosopher and guide. He was so gentle in his manner but so resolute in his deeply held convictions. His commitment to social justice, secularism and democratic values was deep and unwavering. To spend any time with him, was to come away enlightened by his knowledge and sagacity, moved by his honesty and integrity, and awed by his genuine humility," she said.

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"He leaves a void in our national life that can never be filled. We in the Congress Party, and the people of India will forever be proud and grateful that we had a leader like Dr Manmohan Singh whose contributions to India's progress and development are immeasurable," she added.

He left his mortal coils at the AIIMS, Delhi late on Thursday. He was 92. He is survived by his wife and three daughters.

His credentials include ushering in the economic reforms in 1991 which helped India progress at a rapid pace.

Among others who paid homage to Singh are the President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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