As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from 26.12.2024 to 01.01.2025
The state funeral will be accorded to the late Dr Manmohan Singh
Telangana government declares holiday for educational institutions and government offices on Friday
NEW DELHI, DECEMBER 27, 2024: The Government of India has announced with profound sorrow the death of Dr Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India on 26.12.2024 at AIIMS hospital, New Delhi.
As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, it has been decided that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from 26.12.2024 to 01.01.2025 both days inclusive. During this period the National flag will be flown at half-mast throughout India where it is regularly flown. There will be no official entertainment during the period of state mourning. It has also been decided that the state funeral will be accorded to the late Dr. Manmohan Singh.
The National flag shall also fly half-mast on the funeral day in all Indian Missions/High Commissions of India abroad.
In his X post, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said: “India mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. Rising from humble origins, he rose to become a respected economist. He served in various government positions as well as, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic policy over the years. His interventions in Parliament were also insightful. As our Prime Minister, he made extensive efforts to improve people’s lives”.
He stated: “Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji and I interacted regularly when he was PM and I was the CM of Gujarat. We would have extensive deliberations on various subjects relating to governance. His wisdom and humility were always visible. In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the family of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji, his friends and countless admirers. Om Shanti”.
The Telangana government has declared a holiday on Friday for all educational institutions and government offices as a mark of respect to the former Prime Minister and seven-day mourning.
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